ATI RN
Basics of Patient Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
In order to promote a resident's right to privacy which item is used to cover a resident while making an occupied bed?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: A bath blanket. A bath blanket is used to cover a resident while making an occupied bed to respect their right to privacy. It provides temporary coverage and maintains the resident's dignity. Incorrect choices: B: A bedspread is not suitable for covering a resident during bed-making as it is too heavy and may cause discomfort. C: A waterproof bed protector is used to protect the mattress from spills and accidents, not to cover a resident during bed-making. D: A fitted bottom sheet is used to cover the mattress, not the resident, during bed-making.
Question 2 of 5
Fluid overload can occur when which of the following parts of the body are not working properly?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fluid overload can occur when the kidneys and lungs are not working properly. The kidneys regulate fluid balance by filtering and excreting excess fluid as urine. If the kidneys are impaired, excess fluid can accumulate in the body leading to fluid overload. The lungs play a role in maintaining fluid balance through respiration, as they help regulate the amount of water vapor lost during breathing. If the lungs are not functioning properly, fluid can accumulate in the lungs and other tissues, contributing to fluid overload. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect as they do not directly impact fluid balance regulation in the body.
Question 3 of 5
Electrolytes are chemical substances essential to maintaining _________ in the body.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because electrolytes help maintain normal fluid balance in the body by regulating fluid levels inside and outside cells, enabling proper nerve and muscle function. Choice B is incorrect because electrolytes are not related to nutritional intake. Choice C is incorrect as electrolytes do not directly affect absorption of nutrients. Choice D is incorrect as electrolytes do not play a role in elimination processes. Maintaining normal fluid balance is crucial for overall health and electrolytes play a vital role in achieving this balance.
Question 4 of 5
One function of the female reproductive system is to
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Produce milk to nourish a baby. The female reproductive system includes mammary glands responsible for producing milk to nourish offspring post-birth. This process is crucial for the survival and growth of the baby. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because manufacturing sperm is a function of the male reproductive system, producing urine is a function of the urinary system, and manufacturing lymph is a function of the lymphatic system, not the female reproductive system.
Question 5 of 5
_________ is the form of angina that occurs when the body is at rest.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Unstable angina. Unstable angina occurs when there is a sudden disruption in a coronary artery, leading to reduced blood flow to the heart even at rest. This is a medical emergency as it can progress to a heart attack. Orthopnea (B) is a condition where individuals experience difficulty breathing while lying down. Ischemia (C) refers to inadequate blood supply to an organ, which can lead to angina but does not specify the rest state. Stable angina (D) occurs during physical exertion or stress, not at rest.