ATI LPN
LPN Nursing 1 Fundamental Exam Questions
Extract:
A client had a right knee replaced 4 days ago and returns with an elevated temperature for the past 24 hours
Question 1 of 5
Which assessment would the nurse prioritize?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Elevated temperature after knee replacement surgery could indicate a potential infection, such as pneumonia, so assessing lung sounds for signs of infection is a priority.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
Which blood component should the nurse monitor to assess a client's ability to withstand exposure to pathogens?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that plays a key role in the body's immune response to pathogens, including phagocytosis.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer furosemide 80 mg PO daily. The amount available is furosemide oral solution 10mg/1mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round to the nearest whole number and label your answer.)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using the formula mL = (prescribed dose x 1 mL) / available dose: (80 mg x 1 mL) / 10 mg = 8 mL.
Question 4 of 5
The health care provider ordered a urine specimen for culture and sensitivity. After the nurse collects the specimen, the client asks, 'When will I know the results of the test?' Which of the following is the best response?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: It typically takes 48-72 hours to obtain growth and sensitivity results for a urine culture, allowing time for bacterial growth and sensitivity testing.
Extract:
At 1930 the nurse notes that the client has rapid, more labored respirations with frequent coughing that is producing thick tenacious secretions. The client is alert and oriented and able to speak, between coughing episodes. She states that the last time she had this much coughing, the respiratory therapist (RT) gave her a nebulizer treatment, which 'helped a lot.'
Question 5 of 5
What nursing actions would the nurse implement at this time in coordination with the registered nurse (RN)? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B, D, E, F
Rationale: Obtaining vital signs (
B), positioning in high-Fowler (
D), increasing oxygen flow (E), calling for a nebulizer treatment (F), documenting (H), and listening to breath sounds (J) address the client's respiratory distress and monitor status effectively.