ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamentals Test I Questions
Extract:
The statement made by a patient that would delay a scheduled CT scan with contrast
Question 1 of 5
The statement made by a patient that would delay a scheduled CT scan with contrast would be:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: "I have just been started on metformin.": Metformin use requires caution with contrast as it increases the risk of lactic acidosis, especially if renal function is impaired.
Extract:
New orders have been written by the primary care provider for a patient admitted to a skilled nursing facility
Question 2 of 5
New orders have been written by the primary care provider for a patient admitted to a skilled nursing facility. After transcription, the orders will be verified by the:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Administrative RN: Verifying transcribed orders is a professional nursing responsibility, often performed by the RN to ensure accuracy and compliance with the physician's orders.
Extract:
The sensitivity part of a culture and sensitivity test
Question 3 of 5
The sensitivity part of a culture and sensitivity test is for the purpose of:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Testing anti-infective medications to see which ones are most effective against the causative organism: Sensitivity testing determines which antibiotics are most effective against the specific organism, guiding treatment.
Extract:
The nurse recognizes that an autopsy must be performed when the patient
Question 4 of 5
The nurse recognizes that an autopsy must be performed when the patient:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Died suddenly, unexpectedly, or suspiciously: Autopsies are legally required in cases of sudden, unexpected, or suspicious deaths to determine the exact cause.
Extract:
For the nurse to provide support to families of patients who have died
Question 5 of 5
For the nurse to provide support to families of patients who have died, it is most important to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Deal with personal feelings about death and dying: Nurses must confront and manage their personal feelings to provide unbiased and empathetic support to grieving families.