ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamental Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
Chronic wounds that are not healing well may benefit from (Select all that apply):
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: A: Protein aids tissue repair. B: Negative Pressure Wound Therapy promotes healing. D: Hydrocolloids maintain moisture. Wet-to-dry dressings (
C) can damage tissue.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who arrives at the emergency department following an industrial explosion. Upon inspecting the wound on the client's leg, the nurse finds torn skin tissue underneath. Which of the following types of wounds should the nurse report?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A laceration is a tear in the skin, fitting the description of torn tissue from an explosion.
Question 4 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.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse explains that the major purpose of the use of a hydrocolloid dressing is to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hydrocolloid dressings maintain a moist environment to promote autolytic debridement and healing, not to dry the wound or kill microbes directly.