ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamental Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
What safety factors should be considered when using an Aquathermia pad unit for a patient? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: A: Ensures electrical safety. C: Prevents burns from prolonged pressure. Lying on the pad (
D) increases burn risk.
Question 2 of 5
While assessing the client's abdomen, you note that the Jackson-Pratt drain's reservoir is expanded and half full of blood. Which is the appropriate action for you to take at this time?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Emptying the reservoir maintains drainage function and allows monitoring of output; significant changes would then prompt notifying the surgeon.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a stage 4 sacral pressure injury. The provider has prescribed mechanical debridement. Which of the following is a form of mechanical debridement that the nurse should expect the client to receive?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pulsating lavage is a mechanical debridement method using a pressurized stream of fluid to remove necrotic tissue. Hydrocolloids promote autolytic debridement, enzymes are chemical, and transparent dressings do not debride.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse warns the patient that one of the patient's habits has caused the reduction of functional hemoglobin, which limits the hemoglobin's oxygen-carrying ability. To improve this situation, the nurse suggests that the patient quit:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Smoking introduces carbon monoxide, reducing hemoglobin's oxygen-carrying capacity.
Question 5 of 5
The patient is undergoing Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) treatment for wound healing. Which would be your first priority in caring for this patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing the patient's condition first ensures any immediate issues (e.g., pain, leakage) are addressed.