ATI LPN
ATI LPN Funsamentals Exam V Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
To ensure an accurate reading when using a glass oral thermometer, it is necessary to
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Shaking down galinstan (
D) resets the thermometer for accuracy. Rinsing (
A), drying (
B), or alcohol (
C) don’t ensure reading precision.
Extract:
Patient receiving opiate-based medication for pain
Question 2 of 5
A patient is receiving an opiate-based medication to help manage pain. Which assessment has the highest priority when monitoring his condition?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Respirations (
D) are critical due to opiate-related respiratory depression risk. Temperature (
A), pulse (
B), and blood pressure (
C) are secondary.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
It is the responsibility of the nurse to perform a quick focused assessment of the patient upon:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Shift-start assessments (
A) identify immediate changes. Admission (
B) involves comprehensive assessment, discharge (
C) focuses on instructions, and morning (
D) isn’t routine.
Extract:
Client with family history of hypertension, blood pressure 124/84 mm Hg
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a family history of hypertension. The nurse should inform the client that his blood pressure reading of 124/84 mm Hg places him in which of the following categories?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 124/84 mm Hg is elevated blood pressure (
B) per guidelines (120-129/<80). Normal is <120/80 (
A), stage 1 is ≥130/80 (
C), stage 2 is ≥140/90 (
D).
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
Regarding the blood pressure in children, the diastolic pressure is assessed by the auscultation of a:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Muffling (
D) indicates diastolic pressure in children. Murmurs (
A), tapping (
B), and knocking (
C) relate to other sounds or systolic pressure.