ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamental Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When applying an ice pack, it is necessary to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A light cover prevents direct skin contact, reducing frostbite risk while allowing cold therapy.
Question 2 of 5
Because the patient with an abdominal dressing requires frequent dressing changes, and the abdomen is beginning to show skin irritation from repeated tape removal, the nurse would change the dressing procedure in order to use:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Montgomery straps allow frequent dressing changes without removing tape from the skin, reducing irritation.
Question 3 of 5
The patient entered the hospital with a reddened area that does not blanch with pressure over the left hip. He states that it is painful. This is indicative of which stage of pressure injury?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stage 1 pressure injuries present as non-blanchable redness with intact skin and may be painful.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has multiple wounds. During the initial stage of wound healing, which of the following should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oxygen supports the initial inflammatory stage by aiding cellular function, unlike corticosteroids, which delay healing.
Question 5 of 5
When giving a hot soak treatment, what is most important to ensure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monitoring water temperature prevents burns, the primary safety concern with hot soaks.