ATI RN
Basic Principles of Long-Term Patient Care Developing a Therapeutic Community Questions
Question 1 of 5
A mask and goggles should be worn
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because wearing a mask and goggles is necessary when there is a risk of contact with splashing or spraying blood or body fluids, as these can transmit infections. This precaution is important to protect healthcare workers from exposure to pathogens. Explanation: 1. Wearing a mask and goggles during all care procedures (choice A) is not necessary unless there is a specific risk of exposure to infectious materials. 2. Wearing them when caring for a resident with any infectious disease (choice B) is not always required, only when there is a risk of exposure to body fluids. 3. Wearing them at all times while in the facility (choice D) is excessive and not practical, as the risk of exposure varies depending on the task being performed.
Question 2 of 5
A transient ischemic attack is a warning sign of
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Cerebrovascular accident. A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is a temporary disruption of blood flow to the brain, often considered a warning sign of an impending stroke (cerebrovascular accident). It presents similar symptoms to a stroke but resolves within 24 hours. TIA is caused by a temporary blockage in the blood vessels supplying the brain. Myocardial infarction (choice B) is a heart attack, not directly related to TIA. Hypoglycemia (choice C) is low blood sugar levels, which can cause neurological symptoms but is not typically a warning sign of TIA. Epistaxis (choice D) is a medical term for nosebleed and is not related to TIA.
Question 3 of 5
An example of disposable equipment is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D, gloves, because disposable equipment is designed for single-use and then discarded. Gloves are meant to be used once and then disposed of to prevent contamination. Autoclave (A) is a sterilization device, not disposable. Electric razor (B) is reusable. Sphygmomanometer (C) is a diagnostic tool, not disposable. Thus, choice D is the only option that aligns with the definition of disposable equipment.
Question 4 of 5
Ms. Reid is unable to get out of bed due to recent surgery. She is very concerned with cleanliness and wants to bathe every day. Which kind of bath is most appropriate for her?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Complete bed bath. Ms. Reid is unable to get out of bed, making a complete bed bath the most suitable option for maintaining her cleanliness. This method ensures that her entire body is cleaned thoroughly while staying in bed. A partial bath (A) may not address all areas of the body, a shower (B) may not be feasible due to her current condition, and a tub bath (C) requires her to be able to move to the tub, which she cannot do.
Question 5 of 5
An oral thermometer is usually color-coded
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A. An oral thermometer is usually color-coded with green or blue to indicate that it is intended for oral use. This color-coding helps prevent using the thermometer in the wrong way, such as using it rectally instead of orally. Red or orange (choice B) is commonly used for rectal thermometers, while black or white (choice C) and white or gray (choice D) are not typically associated with oral thermometers. Therefore, the correct answer is A as it aligns with industry standards and best practices for oral thermometer color-coding.