LPN 1001 EXAM: CLIENT NEEDS QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS A+

LPN 1001 EXAM: CLIENT NEEDS QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS A+
Which task can the licensed practical nurse (LPN) appropriately delegate to the
nursing assistant?
Correct response:
• Encouraging a client to drink fluids
An 8-year-old girl and her 5-year-old sister tell the school nurse that their
mother frequently yells and spits in their faces when she is mad at them. The
nurse hesitates to intervene because she knows the family personally. Which
action by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct response:
• Report the information to child protective services.
A pregnant client concerned about gaining weight during pregnancy questions the
nurse about dietary intake. Which response by the nurse is best?
Correct response:
• "I'll ask the dietitian to speak with you about normal weight gain
during pregnancy."
A pregnant client comes to the clinic after missing several scheduled prenatal
appointments. During the initial assessment, the client states, "I haven't been
coming to some of my appointments because I go to a homeopathic specialist
who takes great care of me." Which response by the nurse is best?
Correct response:
• "You should mention the homeopathic specialist to your health care
provider so he can help devise the best care plan for you."
A nurse is caring for a client with anorexia nervosa. When assisting with the
development of the client’s plan of care, which goal would the nurse identify as
the highest priority?
Correct response:
• The client will establish adequate daily nutritional intake.