ATI RN
Basic Care of Patient Questions
Question 1 of 5
A diabetic patient is undergoing surgery to amputate a gangrenous foot. This procedure would be considered which of the following categories of surgery based on purpose?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ablative surgery involves removal of diseased tissue, such as amputating a gangrenous foot, to eliminate the pathology.
Question 2 of 5
The family of a patient being discharged home has arranged to rent a hospital bed. What should the nurse teach the family about safety when using the bed?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Teaching bed positions and controls ensures safe patient positioning.
Question 3 of 5
At what time would a nurse assess the gait of an ambulatory patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Gait is best observed naturally as the patient enters.
Question 4 of 5
A male patient who has had outpatient surgery is unable to void while lying supine. What can the nurse do to facilitate his voiding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Standing mimics normal voiding posture for males.
Question 5 of 5
What are two essential techniques when collecting a stool specimen?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hand hygiene and gloves prevent contamination during collection.