ATI LPN
ATI PN Fundamentals Questions
Extract:
The nurse is preparing to administer ear drops to an adult client.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pulling the pinna upward and backward straightens the ear canal in adults, allowing effective delivery of ear drops.
Extract:
A nurse is collecting data about the fluid status of four clients.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following clients should the nurse identify as being at risk for fluid volume deficit?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Prolonged NPO status restricts fluid intake, increasing the risk of fluid volume deficit.
Extract:
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of an adolescent and notes a calcium level of 11.4 mEq/L.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypercalcemia can cause tachycardia due to altered cardiac conductivity and increased catecholamine sensitivity.
Extract:
A nurse is preparing to lift a box of supplies in the supply room.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following body mechanics should the nurse plan to use?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Keeping the box close minimizes back strain, utilizing leg and core strength effectively.
Extract:
A nurse is discussing pressure ulcer staging with a newly licensed nurse.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following statements should the nurse use to describe a stage 3 pressure ulcer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A stage 3 pressure ulcer is characterized by full-thickness skin loss that may extend into the subcutaneous tissue layer but does not involve exposure of muscle, tendon, or bone. The ulcer appears as a deep crater, and there may be damage to the surrounding tissue as well.