ATI LPN
Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 15 : Personal Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
You are preparing to assist a conscious patient with oral care. The patient has had a stroke, causing partial paralysis of his throat. Once the toothpaste, toothbrush, water, and emesis basin are set up on the overbed table, what will you do?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Due to partial throat paralysis from the stroke, the patient is at risk of choking or aspiration during oral care. Staying with the patient ensures safety and allows assistance as needed, preventing complications.
Question 2 of 5
When cleaning dentures, you will do which of the following?
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Lining the sink prevents denture damage if dropped. Cool water is used to avoid warping or damaging dentures. Storing in a denture cup with cool water and a cleaning tablet is standard practice if desired. Hot water can damage dentures, and soaking partial dentures with metal parts in cleaning solutions may cause corrosion.
Question 3 of 5
A patient has an IV containing heparin to prevent his blood from clotting. You are assisting him with personal care. Which action will you take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Heparin increases bleeding risk, so an electric razor is safer than a disposable razor to avoid cuts. Shaving in the direction of hair growth minimizes irritation. Circular motions are less effective and may increase skin trauma. Delaying shaving is unnecessary if an electric razor is used.
Question 4 of 5
You are providing personal care to a patient with diabetes. Her toenails are a bit long. What will you do?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Patients with diabetes are at high risk for infections due to poor wound healing. Cutting or filing toenails can cause microtrauma, leading to infections. It is safer to refer toenail care to a podiatrist to avoid complications.
Question 5 of 5
Your patient has multiple body piercings with jewelry in place. He has been in a motor vehicle accident and is scheduled for an MRI of his left arm and left leg. Which question will you ask this patient?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: MRI machines use strong magnetic fields, and nonmagnetic metals like certain stainless steels or titanium are safe. Asking about the metal type ensures safety during the MRI, as magnetic metals can cause injury or imaging artifacts.