ATI LPN
Health Assessment Nursing Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Mr. Li, suffering from pneumococcal pneumonia, mouth temperature 40°C, pulse 120 beats/minute, dry lips, the following nursing measures are inappropriate
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ice packs on the head and soles (D) are inappropriate for a fever of 40°C in pneumonia; they’re ineffective for core cooling and may cause discomfort. Oral care (A), hydration (B), and frequent temperature checks (C) are standard and appropriate.
Question 2 of 5
Tepid sponging is used to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tepid sponging cools via evaporation for fever. It’s not for wounds (B), hair (C), or relaxation (D).
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following nursing procedures helps prevent foot drop in bedridden patients?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Exercises and footboards maintain foot alignment, preventing drop. Compresses (A), pain meds (C), and arm elevation (D) don’t address it.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is NOT a component of medical asepsis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sterilization is surgical asepsis, not medical asepsis, which includes hand hygiene (A), isolation (C), and gloves (D) to reduce pathogens.
Question 5 of 5
To prevent aspiration in patients who are unable to swallow well, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Upright positioning prevents aspiration. Flat (A) or speed (C) increases risk, and liquids-only (D) isn’t always safe.