ATI RN
Client Safety Alternatives to Restraints Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
the environment is warm
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because in a warm environment, the body needs to cool itself to maintain a stable internal temperature. This process is called thermoregulation. Sweating and vasodilation are mechanisms the body uses to release heat and cool down. Choice B is incorrect as the body does not need to warm itself in a warm environment. Choices C and D are incomplete and do not offer a logical explanation related to the situation given.
Question 2 of 5
After an explosion at a factory one of the employees approaches the nurse and says 'I am an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) at the local hospital.' Which of these tasks should the nurse assign first to this worker who wants to help care for the wounded workers?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Palpate pulses. This task should be assigned first because assessing the pulses can provide crucial information about the injured workers' circulation and perfusion status. By palpating pulses, the unlicensed assistive personnel can quickly identify any signs of compromised circulation or potential life-threatening conditions. This immediate assessment is essential for prioritizing care and determining the urgency of further interventions. Other choices are incorrect because: A: Getting temperatures can be important but not as immediately critical as assessing pulses for circulatory status. B: Taking blood pressure may provide valuable information, but assessing pulses gives a more direct indication of perfusion. D: Checking alertness is important, but assessing pulses should be the priority for immediate life-saving interventions.
Question 3 of 5
At the beginning of the shift, an RN is preparing assignments for a licensed practical nurse (LPN) and an assistive personnel (AP). Which of the following tasks should the nurse assign to the LPN?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because inserting a nasogastric tube requires a higher level of skill and knowledge that an LPN possesses. LPNs are trained to perform more complex clinical tasks such as inserting nasogastric tubes. Postmortem care (A) is generally not within the scope of practice for LPNs. Measuring I&O (B) and obtaining weight (C) are tasks that can be safely delegated to assistive personnel as they are routine and do not require the clinical judgment and skill level of an LPN.
Question 4 of 5
What is the leading cause of injury-related deaths in adults 65 and older?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Falls. Older adults are at higher risk of falls due to factors like decreased balance and mobility. Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths in this age group. Violence (B) is less common, alcoholism (C) is a health issue but not the leading cause of injury-related deaths, and MVAs (D) are more common in younger age groups.
Question 5 of 5
Eye drops OD TID.What is OD?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: At the right eye. OD stands for "oculus dexter," which is Latin for right eye. In medicine, OD is used to specify which eye to apply medication to. The other choices are incorrect because A refers to the left eye, C is not a standard eye designation in medical terminology, and D is an incomplete option. Always remember to follow medical conventions and terminology for accurate and precise communication.