ATI LPN
Shadow Health Patient Comfort Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
During the interview of a prospective employee who just completed the agency orientation, which approach would be the best for the nurse manager to use to assess competence?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reviewing the skills checklist best assesses competence. It objectively verifies abilities post-orientation, unlike supervision needs , comfort , or preferences . B ensures safe assignment, making it the top approach.
Question 2 of 5
When teaching effective stress management techniques to a client 1 hour before surgery, which of the following should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Deep breathing is best for stress management 1 hour pre-surgery. It's simple, immediate, and reduces anxiety via parasympathetic activation, fitting time constraints. Biofeedback needs equipment, distraction varies, imagery requires practice. B aligns with pre-op needs, making it the top technique.
Question 3 of 5
A client has a nasogastric tube after colon surgery. Which one of these tasks can be safely delegated to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Observing NG tube drainage can be delegated to a UAP. It's observational, within scope, unlike monitoring , irrigation , or oral care , needing RN skill. A supports safe care.
Question 4 of 5
Which statement by the nurse is appropriate when directing an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) to assist a 69 year-old surgical client to ambulate for the first time?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sit on the side of the bed for 2 minutes' is appropriate. It prevents orthostatic hypotension, within UAP scope, unlike dizziness management , bathroom trips , or reporting . A ensures safety, making it best.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse has performed the initial assessments of 4 clients admitted with an acute episode of asthma. Which assessment finding would cause the nurse to call the provider immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sudden absence of wheezes in one lobe needs immediate provider call. It suggests airway obstruction or pneumothorax, life-threatening in asthma. Inspiration , sputum , and muscles are less urgent. B signals crisis, making it priority.