ATI LPN
Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 16 : Moving and Positioning Patients Questions
Question 1 of 5
How can you be certain that the wheels of a stretcher are locked before transferring a patient?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Physically attempting to move the stretcher confirms that the wheels are locked, ensuring safety during patient transfer.
Question 2 of 5
When you care for your assigned patient with paralysis of both legs, you are concerned about skin breakdown. Which nursing interventions would you use?
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Repositioning every 2 hours (not 4) prevents pressure ulcers; inspecting bony prominences and providing nutrition support skin integrity. Massaging red areas can worsen damage, and patting with towels doesn't relieve pressure effectively.
Question 3 of 5
A newly admitted patient with a diagnosis of right-sided weakness resulting from cerebrovascular attack puts on her light and asks for assistance to the bathroom. You have not yet assessed this patient's transfer abilities. What will you do?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing transfer abilities with assistance ensures safety, as the patient's capabilities are unknown.
Question 4 of 5
You are concerned about the psychological effects of immobility on the patient you are caring for during your clinical experience. To help prevent psychological complications, you would avoid which of these interventions?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Minimizing the patient's condition can dismiss their feelings, potentially worsening psychological health.
Question 5 of 5
Why is it important to explain what you will be doing when you assist a patient with position changes?
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: Explaining procedures promotes cooperation, reduces resistance, and enables patient assistance, enhancing safety and comfort.