ATI LPN
Nursing Vital Signs Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A continuous suturing technique that places sutures in the endothelial layer of the skin in short, lateral throws is called a:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Subcuticular sutures are continuous, placed in the dermis for cosmetic closure, unlike the others.
Question 2 of 5
Up to what area of the arms does a surgical technologist scrub?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Scrubbing extends 2 inches above the elbows for sterility.
Question 3 of 5
Before opening any supplies for delivery to the sterile field, what must be verified?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Intact packaging ensures sterility of supplies.
Question 4 of 5
Cellulitis on the floor of mouth is known as...???
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cellulitis on the floor of the mouth is specifically termed Ludwig’s angina (Angina Ludovici), a serious infection involving the submandibular space. Stomatitis (A) refers to oral mucosa inflammation, glossitis (B) to tongue inflammation, and angina pectoris (C) to cardiac chest pain, none of which match this condition.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer an I.M. injection in a client with a spinal cord injury that has resulted in paraplegia. Which of the following muscles is best site for the injection in this case?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In paraplegia, lower body muscles (C, D) are paralyzed, making the deltoid (A) the best site for IM injections due to its accessibility and intact muscle mass. Dorsal gluteal (B) is avoided due to risk of sciatic nerve injury.