LPN ATI Exam Study Guide

A set of flashcards covering key concepts related to patient safety, mobility, vital signs, respiratory care, nutrition, and medications as outlined in the LPN ATI Exam Study Guide.

Patient Safety

Focuses on preventing injury to patients, nurses, and other healthcare staff.

Safety Strategies

Methods to ensure safety in hospital and home settings, such as keeping beds in a low position and ensuring call lights are within reach.

Proper Body Mechanics

Techniques that help provide safety for patient and nurse, including bending at the knees and keeping the back straight.

Assistive Devices

Tools used to aid patient mobility, such as gait belts, walkers, and canes.

Pressure Ulcers

Injuries to the skin and underlying tissue, primarily due to prolonged pressure on the skin.

Vital Signs

Indicators of a person's health which include temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation.

Normal Range for Pulse

60–100 beats per minute (bpm).

Normal Range for Respirations

12–20 breaths per minute.

Oxygen Saturation

Normal range is 95–100%.

Abnormal Lung Sounds

Sounds like crackles, wheezes, and rhonchi that suggest underlying respiratory issues.

Swing-Through Method

A crutch walking technique where the patient swings both legs through the crutches.

Medication Administration

The process of giving medication to patients following safety principles like the 6 Rights.

Dosage Calculations Formula

Desired / Have × Quantity used to calculate the correct medication dosage.

First Action for Breathing Difficulty

Sit the patient upright to improve lung expansion.