ATI LPN
Health Assessment Questions for Nursing Practice Questions
Question 1 of 5
The following description of the pulse measurement method is wrong
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Measuring heart rate before pulse rate when inconsistent (B) is incorrect; both should be assessed simultaneously to detect a pulse deficit (e.g., atrial fibrillation). Avoiding the thumb (A), using three fingers (C), and checking apical pulse (D) are correct techniques.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following procedures is appropriate for mouth care in an unconscious patient?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A soft swab prevents aspiration in unconscious patients. Toothbrushes (A), pouring water (C), or no suction (D) risk choking.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is a core component of personal hygiene care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hygiene includes bathing, oral, hair, and nail care for overall health. Feedback (A), oral-only (C), or weekly (D) neglects full care.
Question 4 of 5
The application of cold compresses is mainly used to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cold compresses reduce swelling and pain via vasoconstriction. They don’t prevent infection (A), improve circulation (C), or maintain temp (D).
Question 5 of 5
A nurse should take a patient's rectal temperature when:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rectal temp gives accurate core readings, e.g., in fever. Consciousness (A), requests (C), or diarrhea (D) aren’t primary reasons.