ATI RN
Basics of Patient Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
A fracture in which the skin is open and the bone may come through the skin is a(n)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Open fracture. An open fracture, also known as a compound fracture, occurs when the skin is broken, and the bone may protrude through the skin. This is a serious injury with a high risk of infection. Closed fractures (A) do not involve an open wound. Greenstick fractures (C) occur in children when the bone partially breaks but does not completely separate. Compression fractures (D) typically involve the collapse of a bone due to compression forces and do not involve an open wound. Thus, the presence of an open wound and the potential exposure of bone make an open fracture the correct choice.
Question 2 of 5
A normal age-related change for the immune and lymphatic systems is the
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because it is a well-documented fact that the immune system tends to weaken with age, leading to decreased effectiveness in fighting off infections and diseases. This decline is due to factors such as thymus shrinkage and decreased T-cell function. Antibody response speeding up (B) and increased T-cells (C) are not typical age-related changes. Response to vaccines increasing (D) is also unlikely as older individuals usually have a weakened immune response to vaccines.
Question 3 of 5
The method used to insert an artificial airway is called
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Intubation. Intubation is the process of inserting a tube into the airway to help with breathing. It is a specific procedure used to secure an artificial airway for patients who are unable to maintain their own airway. Telemetry (A) is a method of monitoring and transmitting data wirelessly, not related to airway insertion. Ventilation (C) refers to the movement of air in and out of the lungs, not the method of inserting an artificial airway. Dyspnea (D) is a term used to describe difficulty breathing, not the method of inserting an artificial airway.
Question 4 of 5
The federal government requires ______ hours of continuing education for nursing assistants each year.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C (15 hours) because federal regulations mandate nursing assistants to complete 12 hours of continuing education annually. This requirement ensures that nursing assistants are up-to-date with the latest practices, guidelines, and skills necessary to provide high-quality care to patients. Explanation for other choices: A (10 hours): This choice is incorrect as it does not meet the federal requirement of 12 hours. B (12 hours): While this choice aligns with the federal requirement, it falls short of the correct answer of 15 hours. D (18 hours): This choice exceeds the federal requirement and is therefore incorrect.
Question 5 of 5
Battery is a legal term that means
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because battery in legal terms refers to the intentional and unauthorized touching of another person without their consent. This action constitutes a violation of the person's physical autonomy and is legally considered a form of harm. Choices A, B, and D do not align with the definition of battery and are incorrect. Choice A refers to financial exploitation, choice B refers to verbal abuse, and choice D refers to a breach of confidentiality, none of which are related to the legal concept of battery.