ATI LPN
Health Assessment in Nursing Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to give a bed bath to a bedridden patient. The first step is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gathering supplies and explaining prepares the patient. Feet first (B), linens (C), or uncovered (D) skips preparation.
Question 2 of 5
To ensure accurate blood pressure measurement, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct size and heart level ensure accuracy. Wrong size (A), quick inflation (C), or standing (D) distorts readings.
Question 3 of 5
The main purpose of documenting a patient's intake and output (I&O) is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: I&O tracks fluid balance. Weight (B), meds (C), or preferences (D) are separate.
Question 4 of 5
When providing care for a patient with a tracheostomy, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sterile technique and monitoring prevent infection. No cleaning (A), full independence (C), or rare suction (D) risks harm.
Question 5 of 5
By what action does a 'cigarette' drain remove fluid from a wound?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cigarette (Penrose) drains use wicking to passively draw fluid out via capillary action.