ATI RN
Basic Principles of Patient Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
A tumor that is cancerous is called a(n) ______ tumor.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Malignant. A malignant tumor is cancerous because it can invade nearby tissues, spread to other parts of the body, and can be life-threatening if not treated. Benign tumors (choice B) are non-cancerous and do not spread. Opportunistic (choice A) refers to infections that take advantage of weakened immune systems, not tumors. Ballistic (choice D) is unrelated to tumors.
Question 2 of 5
Assistive devices are used to
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because assistive devices are specifically designed to help individuals perform daily activities independently. These devices aid in tasks such as dressing, grooming, eating, and mobility. They enhance the quality of life for individuals with physical limitations. Choice A is incorrect because handwashing does not typically require assistive devices. Choice C is incorrect as assistive devices are not intended for roommate adaptation. Choice D is incorrect because wheelchairs are a specific type of assistive device, but the question is asking for the general purpose of assistive devices.
Question 3 of 5
Protected health information (PHI) includes
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because protected health information (PHI) includes personal health information such as medical records, treatment history, insurance information, and any other information related to an individual's health care. Personal financial information falls under PHI as it is often collected for billing and insurance purposes, and is considered sensitive and private. The other choices (A, C, D) do not fall under the category of protected health information as they are not directly related to an individual's health or medical care.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is part of a person's vital signs?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Blood pressure. Vital signs are essential indicators of a person's overall health status. Blood pressure is a crucial vital sign that reflects the force of blood against the walls of arteries. Monitoring blood pressure helps assess cardiovascular health and detect potential issues like hypertension. Glucose level (A) and blood count (D) are important health indicators but not part of vital signs. Urine output (B) is a measure of kidney function and fluid balance, not typically included in vital signs assessments.
Question 5 of 5
A resident lashes out at a roommate on the same day that her relative cancelled a visit. Which defense mechanism is this example illustrating?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Displacement. Displacement is a defense mechanism where emotions are redirected from the original source to a less threatening target. In this case, the resident is displacing her anger from the cancelled visit onto her roommate. Projection (A) involves attributing one's own unacceptable feelings onto others. Rationalization (B) is creating logical explanations to justify behavior. Regression (D) is reverting to earlier, less mature behaviors. In this scenario, displacement best fits as the resident is transferring her emotions onto the roommate.