ATI LPN
Patient Safety Quiz Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
According to AAMI ST79, which of the following are among the recommendations of mechanical cleaning equipment in order to verify adequate cleaning? 1. Verification should be carried out monthly 2. Verification should be carried out upon installation 3. Verification should be carried out after major repairs 4. Verification should be when changing cleaning chemistry
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: AAMI ST79 recommends verification at installation, after repairs, and with chemistry changes.
Question 2 of 5
Which statement about the typhoid vaccine is correct?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Multidrug-resistant strains of typhoid are common in various regions including Latin America.
Question 3 of 5
Which statement by a client with psoriasis indicates to the nurse that additional teaching about the client's condition is required?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ultraviolet radiation is commonly used in the treatment of psoriasis, but the use of commercial tanning beds is specifically not recommended for these clients. This statement indicates that the client requires further teaching. Topical corticosteroids, when applied to psoriatic lesions, suppress cell division. Psoriasis is a lifelong disorder that has exacerbations and remissions and cannot be cured. Stress can indeed exacerbate psoriasis.
Question 4 of 5
The most important procedure for the prevention of infection from germs and viruses is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hand washing removes pathogens from the skin, significantly reducing infection risk, and is universally recognized as the cornerstone of infection prevention.
Question 5 of 5
True / False. Laundry workers are exposed to injuries when policy guidelines are not followed and instruments are mixed with bedding or linen.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Improper handling increases risk of sharps injuries among laundry staff.