ATI LPN
ATI PN Fundamentals Questions
Extract:
A nurse is collecting data about the fluid status of four clients.
Question 1 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 caring for a client who comes to the clinic to be tested for tuberculosis (TB) after a close family contact tests positive.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following measures should the nurse anticipate preparing for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The tuberculin skin test is the initial step to detect TB exposure, indicating whether further testing is needed.
Extract:
A charge nurse observes a nurse administer intermittent tube feedings via an NG tube to a client.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following actions should prompt the charge nurse to intervene?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A supine position during feeding increases aspiration risk; clients should be upright to prevent this complication.
Extract:
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of an adolescent and notes a calcium level of 11.4 mEq/L.
Question 4 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 caring for a client who has urinary incontinence.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent the development of skin breakdown?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Moisture barrier ointment protects skin from urine exposure, reducing irritation and breakdown risk.