CHPLN Practice Questions - Certified Hospice and Palliative Licensed Nurse Exam - CHPLN Practice Questions - Certified Hospice and Palliative Licensed Nurse Exam

Question 1

A hospice LP/VN is reviewing the plan of care for a newly admitted patient. Which finding is most important to report to the RN before the next visit schedule is finalized?

The patient prefers morning baths The family asks for fewer phone calls during meals The patient has new uncontrolled pain despite ordered breakthrough medication The caregiver wants the supply delivery moved to Friday

Correct Answer:

The patient has new uncontrolled pain despite ordered breakthrough medication

Question 2

A patient with advanced heart failure has gained 5 pounds in a week, has increased ankle edema, and is more short of breath while lying flat. What should the hospice LP/VN do first?

Tell the caregiver that swelling is expected and no action is needed Document the findings and wait until the weekly IDG meeting Report the changes to the RN because they may signal worsening fluid overload Suggest that the patient stop all oral fluids immediately

Correct Answer:

Report the changes to the RN because they may signal worsening fluid overload

Question 3

During a home visit, the caregiver says the patient no longer wants hospitalization for infections and wants to remain at home if possible. Which LP/VN response best supports shared decision making within scope?

Change the advance directive immediately Tell the caregiver that hospitalization is never allowed after hospice election Notify the RN and document the stated goal so the team can review the plan with the patient and representative Advise the caregiver to refuse all antibiotics from this point forward

Correct Answer:

Notify the RN and document the stated goal so the team can review the plan with the patient and representative

Question 4

Which observation is most consistent with active dying and should prompt caregiver teaching about expected end-of-life changes?

Increased appetite and thirst Longer periods of sleeping with decreased interest in food A new desire to begin strenuous exercise Sudden improvement in wound healing

Correct Answer:

Longer periods of sleeping with decreased interest in food

Question 5

A patient with end-stage COPD is using accessory muscles, cannot speak full sentences, and remains severely dyspneic after ordered comfort medication. Which action best reflects the LP/VN role?

Increase the medication dose until breathing improves Call the RN promptly to report a possible symptom crisis and need for reassessment Tell the caregiver to drive the patient to the emergency department without contacting hospice Remove oxygen because dyspnea is expected in COPD

Correct Answer:

Call the RN promptly to report a possible symptom crisis and need for reassessment

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