ATI LPN
Foundations and Adult Health Nursing Test Bank
Chapter 23 Questions
Question 1 of 5
New health care provider orders are transcribed for a patient to receive a colonoscopy. What must be completed before the colonoscopy to indicate the patient has been given full knowledge about what will be done along with its risks and complications?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Informed consent states that the patient must fully understand and be aware of the risks and complications of what is to be done.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is preparing a patient for a diagnostic examination. What can the nurse implement to assist with reducing anxiety?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The nurse must be prepared to answer questions that the patient may have to reduce anxiety and give valid information.
Question 3 of 5
A patient is required to provide a sample of body excretions per health care provider order. What action can the nurse take when providing proper instructions to lessen the patient's embarrassment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: With proper instruction, many patients may obtain their own specimen.
Question 4 of 5
What health care professional has the responsibility for notifying the health care provider when laboratory and diagnostic studies deviate from the norm?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: It is the nurse's responsibility to notify the health care provider when laboratory and diagnostic studies deviate from the norm.
Question 5 of 5
What is the term for the cleanest part of a voided urine specimen that is collected after voiding is initiated and before it is finished?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A midstream urine specimen is collected after voiding is initiated and before it is completed.