ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 13 : Safety Questions
Question 1 of 5
To use proper body mechanics, you need to be most concerned about:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Proper body mechanics involve maintaining a stable center of gravity, a wide base of support, and using leg muscles to lift, minimizing strain on the back.
Question 2 of 5
During clinical, you think you see a staff nurse swallow a narcotic medicine she signed out for a patient. What will you do?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reporting suspected diversion to an instructor ensures proper investigation while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to ethical standards.
Question 3 of 5
While rinsing a used surgical instrument in a disinfectant called Cidex, some of the Cidex splashes on your lips and nose. Your first action is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Immediate rinsing with water removes the chemical from mucous membranes, reducing potential harm before consulting the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
Question 4 of 5
Which statement best describes the National Patient Safety Goals?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The National Patient Safety Goals, established by The Joint Commission, focus on specific safety issues in healthcare settings and set requirements to address them, such as reducing patient harm from falls or improving communication.
Question 5 of 5
A newly admitted patient may be at risk for falls. While the patient is in the bathroom changing into a hospital gown, the admitting nurse would be most concerned about:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Staying near the bathroom ensures immediate assistance if the patient becomes unsteady, directly addressing the immediate fall risk during a vulnerable activity.