ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing Vital Signs NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse assessing a patient's pulse is primarily checking for:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pulse assessment checks heart rate and rhythm. BP (A), respiration (C), and temp (D) are separate vitals.
Question 2 of 5
When a nurse is repositioning a patient to prevent bedsores, they should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Every 2 hours prevents sores by relieving pressure. Longer (B, C) or complaint-based (D) increases risk.
Question 3 of 5
The purpose of a cold compress is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cold reduces swelling and pain via vasoconstriction. It doesn’t increase circulation (B), prevent clots (C), or relax muscles (D).
Question 4 of 5
The main goal of therapeutic communication in nursing is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Therapeutic communication builds trust for effective care. Advice-only (B), technical focus (C), or avoidance (D) hinders rapport.
Question 5 of 5
An important aspect of nursing care for an incontinent patient is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Regular changes prevent breakdown. Ignoring care (A), limiting fluids (C), or no bedpans (D) risks harm.