ATI RN
46 Free Patient Care Technician Practice Test Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is developing a plan of care for an older adult who is malnourished and on bed rest. Which of the following interventions would be included to prevent skin alterations?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Repositioning prevents pressure ulcers in malnourished, immobile patients.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for elderly patients in an assisted-living facility. Which of the following effects of aging should the nurse consider when performing a urinary assessment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Aging reduces bladder contractility, risking retention and UTIs.
Question 3 of 5
The student nurse studying bowel elimination learns that the following statements accurately describe the process of peristalsis. Select one that doesn't apply.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Autonomic innervation (B), regular peristalsis (C), mass sweeps (D), and food-triggered sweeps (E) are correct; sympathetics inhibit (A), and excretion timing (F) varies.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is documenting the appearance of feces from a patient with a permanent ileostomy. Which of the following would she document?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ileostomy output is liquid due to less water absorption.
Question 5 of 5
What symptoms best describe a casualty who is in shock?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Shock often presents with cold, clammy skin, rapid pulse, and confusion.