ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 15 Questions
Question 1 of 5
The staff nurse says that your patient refused her bath yesterday and really needs one today. The patient says she is too exhausted to have a bed bath and just wants to sleep. Your best response would be:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Respecting the patient's need for rest while planning to provide care later balances patient comfort and hygiene needs.
Question 2 of 5
When cleaning a hearing aid, you should do which of the following?
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: Turning off the hearing aid prevents feedback noise, and storing it in its case protects it from damage.
Question 3 of 5
The bed-bath supplies the nurse would plan for when caring for a patient are:
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Washcloths, towels, bath blanket, and basin are essential for a bed bath, while a nail file is optional for nail care.
Question 4 of 5
You know a patient with diabetes needs more teaching about nail care when he says:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diabetic patients should be cut straight across toenails to prevent ingrown nails and infections, not rounded.
Question 5 of 5
The circulatory effect of venous return is accomplished by bathing:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bathing extremities distal-to-proximal promotes venous return by facilitating blood flow toward the heart.