ATI LPN
Patient Safety Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Handwashing removes germs picked up at work.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Proper hand hygiene is essential for removing pathogens acquired during patient care.
Question 2 of 5
Antibodies can be found in the following, except:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Antibodies are present in saliva, spinal fluid, tears, and colostrum; thus, 'ALL contain antibodies' is correct.
Question 3 of 5
A patient who was hospitalized for 2 days calls 3 days after discharge complaining that he has developed healthcare-associated scabies due to his recent inpatient stay. The IP knows that his scabies infestation is not healthcare-associated because.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Scabies has an incubation period of 2-6 weeks; symptoms appearing 5 days post-exposure suggest prior community acquisition.
Question 4 of 5
Several measures to reduce urinary tract infections have been implemented at a longterm care facility. The most important action that will reduce infections is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A closed drainage system minimizes bacterial entry, the primary cause of CAUTIs.
Question 5 of 5
Based on the epidemic curve, what is the most likely source of this outbreak?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Without the curve, a point-source outbreak (e.g., catered lunch) is a common assumption for such questions.