ATI RN
Basic Nursing Care of the Patient Questions
Question 1 of 5
Moving a body part away from the body is called
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Abduction. Abduction refers to moving a body part away from the body's midline. It is the anatomical term for this movement. "Addition" (choice B) is not a valid anatomical term. "Adduction" (choice C) is the opposite movement of abduction, moving a body part towards the body's midline. "Ambulation" (choice D) refers to walking or moving from one place to another and is not related to moving a body part away from the body. Therefore, the correct term for moving a body part away from the body is abduction.
Question 2 of 5
What organ works as a type of storage shed for the blood?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Spleen. The spleen acts as a storage shed for blood by storing and releasing blood cells, particularly red blood cells and platelets. It also filters the blood, removing old or damaged blood cells. The other choices are incorrect because: A: Gallbladder stores bile, not blood. B: Thymus is responsible for immune system function, not blood storage. D: Appendix is a small pouch-like organ with no storage function related to blood.
Question 3 of 5
Rehabilitation revolves around the concept of
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Holistic care. Rehabilitation emphasizes addressing all aspects of an individual's well-being - physical, emotional, social, and mental. Holistic care aligns with this concept by considering the whole person and not just focusing on one aspect. Palliative care (A) focuses on improving quality of life for individuals with serious illnesses, not the same as rehabilitation. Outcome care (C) is about achieving specific results in treatment, not the same as rehabilitation. Primary care (D) pertains to general healthcare services, not specific to rehabilitation's comprehensive approach.
Question 4 of 5
Signs of approaching death include
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Increased urinary output. This is a sign of approaching death due to the body's organs shutting down, leading to decreased functioning of the kidneys and an inability to concentrate urine. Increased urinary output is commonly seen in the final stages of life. Choice A: Dry skin is not a specific sign of approaching death. It can be caused by various factors such as dehydration or skin conditions. Choice B: Rashy skin is also not a definitive sign of approaching death. Skin rashes can be caused by allergies, infections, or other skin conditions. Choice C: High blood pressure is not typically a sign of approaching death. In fact, blood pressure may decrease as the body weakens in the final stages of life. Therefore, the correct answer is D as it is a more specific and relevant sign of the body's decline in the final stages of life.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient in the postanesthesia care unit. The patient has developed profuse bleeding from the surgical site, and the surgeon has determined the need to return to the operative area. How will the nurse classify this procedure?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Emergency. This classification is appropriate because the situation involves unexpected, life-threatening bleeding requiring immediate intervention to prevent serious harm or death. In an emergency, prompt action is crucial. The other options are not as fitting: A (Major) refers to a significant but planned procedure, B (Urgent) implies a serious but non-life-threatening situation that requires prompt attention, and C (Elective) indicates a non-urgent, planned surgery.