ATI LPN
Foundations and Adult Health Nursing Test Bank
Chapter 8 Questions
Question 1 of 5
How should the nurse assist the patient with moving when pain is anticipated?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The nurse may want to administer medication before an activity that may be painful.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse instructs an unlicensed assistive personnel about moving older adult patients in bed. When should the nurse intervene when observing the unlicensed assistive personnel perform a return demonstration?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The skin of older adults is more fragile and susceptible to injury. When moving or transferring older adults, it is essential to avoid pulling them across bed linens because this may cause shearing or tearing of the skin. The nurse should explain each step in simple language and avoid jerky, sudden movements.
Question 3 of 5
Continuous ____ motion machines flex and extend joints to mobilize them passively without the strain of active exercises.
Correct Answer: passive
Rationale: Continuous passive motion (CPM) machines flex and extend joints to mobilize them passively without the strain of active exercises. It is imperative that the CPM machine be set according to the health care provider's orders for the degree and the speed of flexion and extension for each individual patient to prevent damage to the joint or surgical site.
Question 4 of 5
What implementation might the nurse use to improve safety during a transfer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: As a general rule, the nurse should use a transfer belt.
Question 5 of 5
What is the site of the most common strain injury acquired by the nurse when working?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The most common back injury is strain of the lumbar muscle group.