ATI LPN
Multiple Choice Questions on Patient Safety Questions
Question 1 of 5
An early-level (novice) IP in your department has set a goal of advancing to achieve middle-level (proficient) competency within the next year. Which of the following activities would be the most appropriate to include on her personal development plan for the year: 1. Nominating herself for the President-elect chapter of the local APIC chapter 2. Taking the Certification in IC exam within six months 3. Requestion information about a Master of Science in epidemiology degree 4. Learning the basics of CAUTI surveillance
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All activities support progression from novice to proficient.
Question 2 of 5
Most sharps injuries are as a result of carelessness in handling or in disposable.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Carelessness in handling or disposal is a leading cause of sharps injuries in healthcare settings.
Question 3 of 5
To validate that a client has had a myocardial infarction(MI), the nurse assesses for positive findings on which tests?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Positive findings for troponin is the most specific cardiac marker used to determine whether an MI has occurred.
Question 4 of 5
What would you do if fluids [urine, cleaning products, blood] splashed in your eye?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Immediate rinsing reduces exposure risk, and reporting ensures proper follow-up.
Question 5 of 5
destroys all microorganisms including spores.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sterilization eliminates all microbial life, including resistant spores.