ATI LPN
LPN Fundamentals Exam Evolve Questions
Extract:
The patient with herpes zoster virus is asking the nurse about this condition
Question 1 of 5
The patient with herpes zoster virus is asking the nurse about this condition. Which knowledge does the nurse use to base patient teaching on?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The rash associated with herpes zoster often appears in a dermatomal distribution, commonly in the thoracic region, following a nerve pathway on one side of the body.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
Dementia is an organic mental disease secondary to what problem?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dementia is primarily due to changes in brain structure or function, such as those seen in Alzheimer's disease or other neurodegenerative conditions.
Question 3 of 5
A perceived threat to self causes what emotion?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Anxiety is an emotional response to a perceived threat, involving worry and fear about potential danger.
Extract:
A patient being treated for cellulitis
Question 4 of 5
Which patient statement indicates that more teaching is needed regarding antibiotic therapy for the treatment of cellulitis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Antibiotics should be taken for the full prescribed duration even if symptoms improve, to ensure complete eradication of the infection.
Extract:
A patient experiencing a panic attack
Question 5 of 5
When a patient is experiencing a panic attack, how should the nurse best assist the patient?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Deep breathing helps to calm the patient and reduce the physiological symptoms of a panic attack.