ATI LPN
Assessment Nursing Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a patient who is unconscious. When performing oral care, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lateral position prevents aspiration. No care (B), toothbrushes (C), or alcohol (D) risks harm.
Question 2 of 5
The correct procedure for removing a Foley catheter is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Deflating the balloon prevents trauma. Quick pull (A), cutting (C), or standing (D) risks injury.
Question 3 of 5
What is the most appropriate intervention for a patient experiencing a fever?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tepid sponging and fluids cool and hydrate. Cold-only (A), blankets (C), or warmth (D) worsens fever.
Question 4 of 5
In basic nursing, the term 'asepsis' refers to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Asepsis means no pathogens. Total destruction (A), growth (C), or non-sterile (D) misdefines it.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is performing mouth care for an unconscious patient. To prevent aspiration, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Side-lying prevents aspiration. Toothbrushes (A), no suction (C), or excess water (D) risks choking.