ATI LPN
Patient Safety Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Middle thyroid artery is a branch of
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: There is no middle thyroid artery; this may be a typo for superior or inferior.
Question 2 of 5
Which nursing activity is best for the charge nurse on the medical-surgical unit to delegate to staff members who are unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Feeding a stable client is within UAP scope; adjusting oxygen, positioning post-surgery, and assessing acute conditions require licensed nursing judgment.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
Microorganisms that cause infectious diseases:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pathogens are microorganisms that cause disease; carcinogens cause cancer, and DNA/genocytes are not microorganisms.
Question 5 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.