ATI LPN
Foundations and Adult Health Nursing Test Bank
Chapter 5 : Nursing Process and Critical Thinking Questions
Question 1 of 5
What expected outcome exemplifies accepted criteria?"
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Expected outcomes must be patient-centered, measurable, and refer to a time frame.
Question 2 of 5
During an admission assessment the nurse collects objective and subjective data. What is an example of subjective data?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Subjective data are the verbal statements provided by the patient. Statements about nausea and descriptions of pain, fatigue, and anxiety are examples of subjective data. Complaining of nausea is an example of subjective data. All other options are examples of objective data.
Question 3 of 5
During an admission assessment the nurse collects objective and subjective data. What is an example of subjective data?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Subjective data are the verbal statements provided by the patient. Statements about nausea and descriptions of pain, fatigue, and anxiety are examples of subjective data. Stating 'I hurt all over' is an example of subjective data. All other options are examples of objective data.
Question 4 of 5
During an admission assessment the nurse collects objective and subjective data. What is an example of subjective data?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Subjective data are the verbal statements provided by the patient. Statements about nausea and descriptions of pain, fatigue, and anxiety are examples of subjective data. Complaining of generalized discomfort is an example of subjective data. All other options are examples of objective data.
Question 5 of 5
During an admission assessment the nurse collects objective and subjective data. What is an example of objective data?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Objective data are observable and measurable signs. Objective data can be recorded. A camera can record a rash, a skin lesion, or puffy eyes. A tape recorder can give evidence of crying or slurred speech. A thermometer can record a temperature elevation. Other terms for objective data are signs and objective cues. Shortness of breath on exertion is an example of objective data. All other options are examples of subjective data.