ATI LPN
Foundations and Adult Health Nursing Test Bank
Chapter 9 : Hygiene and Care of the Patient?s Environment Cooper: Foundations and Adult Health Nursing, 9th Edition Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is bathing a patient with a deep vein thrombosis in the left leg. What modification will the nurse make when attending to the left leg?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The lower extremities of people with circulatory disorders are gently washed and patted dry, omitting any stroking or massaging.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is providing hand and foot care to a patient and notices the patient has extremely hard nails. Who is the person best prepared to provide nail care for patients with extremely hard nails?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: If the patient's nails are extremely hard, a podiatrist should provide care.
Question 3 of 5
How often should the nurse cleanse the meatal-catheter junction of a patient with an indwelling catheter?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Catheter care should be performed at least two times daily.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to perform perineal care for the female patient. What is the best method for using a bath blanket to drape the patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Drape the patient with a bath blanket in the diamond position.
Question 5 of 5
Clear water is used to cleanse the eyes. It is important to use proper technique when cleansing the eyes to prevent infection. What direction will the water flow when cleansing a patient's eyes?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The eye is cleansed from the inner to outer canthus.