ATI RN
Basic Care of a Paraplegic Patient Questions
Question 1 of 5
All of the following are considered minimal precautions for the prevention of the spread of communicable diseases during resuscitation, EXCEPT:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because needle-impenetrable sterile gloves are not minimal precautions for preventing the spread of communicable diseases during resuscitation. Goggles, face mask, and water-impervious gown are necessary to protect against bodily fluids, but needle-impenetrable gloves are not typically required unless there is a specific risk of needlestick injuries. Choosing D would be overkill for minimal precautions.
Question 2 of 5
A 30 year old male is stabbed in the right chest. On arrival in the ED, he is very short of breath. His HR is 120 bpm, BP is 80/50. His neck veins are flat. On auscultation of the chest, there is diminished air entry on the right side, and there is dullness posteriorly on percussion. These findings are most consistent with:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Hemothorax. The clinical presentation of a 30-year-old male with shortness of breath, tachycardia, hypotension, diminished air entry, and dullness on percussion following a stab wound to the chest is most indicative of hemothorax. Hemothorax is the accumulation of blood in the pleural space, leading to respiratory compromise and hemodynamic instability. The diminished air entry and dullness on percussion suggest the presence of blood in the pleural cavity, causing lung collapse. The absence of distended neck veins rules out pericardial tamponade. The absence of tracheal deviation and mediastinal shift rules out tension pneumothorax. Hypovolemia from a liver injury would not explain the localized findings in the chest. Therefore, hemothorax is the most likely diagnosis in this scenario.
Question 3 of 5
_____ is a medical assistance program for people who have a low income or certain disabilities.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Medicaid. Medicaid is a government program that provides medical assistance to individuals with low income or certain disabilities. It is jointly funded by the federal government and states, aiming to help those in need access essential healthcare services. Rationale: 1. Medicaid specifically targets individuals with low income or disabilities, aligning with the description in the question. 2. Medicare, choice A, is a federal health insurance program for individuals aged 65 and older, not solely for low-income or disabled individuals. 3. Choices C and D, Department of the Treasury and Committee on the Budget, are not medical assistance programs and are unrelated to providing healthcare services to those in need.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following statements is true of criminal laws?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Step 1: Criminal laws aim to protect society from harmful people or organizations by establishing standards of behavior and consequences for illegal actions. Step 2: These laws are designed to maintain order, safety, and justice in society. Step 3: Option A directly aligns with the fundamental purpose and function of criminal laws. Summary: The other choices are incorrect because criminal laws are not primarily about resolving disputes between individuals (B), encompass all crimes beyond felonies (C), or dictate proper behavior and courtesy in a specific setting (D).
Question 5 of 5
If a resident is difficult to understand, a nursing assistant should
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because restating what the resident is saying helps clarify understanding. By repeating in their own words, the nursing assistant can ensure comprehension and address any misunderstandings. Choice A is incorrect as pretending may lead to miscommunication. Choice C is incorrect as avoiding communication hinders care. Choice D is incorrect as cliches may not effectively convey information.