ATI LPN
Health Assessment in Nursing Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The main purpose of documenting a patient's intake and output (I&O) is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: I&O tracks fluid balance. Weight (B), meds (C), or preferences (D) are separate.
Question 2 of 5
By what action does a 'cigarette' drain remove fluid from a wound?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cigarette (Penrose) drains use wicking to passively draw fluid out via capillary action.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is all that is necessary for instrument setup for bilateral myringotomy tube (BMT) placement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: BMT is a minor procedure requiring only a Mayo stand for instruments.
Question 4 of 5
The hepatic and splenic flexures are located proximally and distally in which part of the large intestine?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hepatic (right) and splenic (left) flexures are in the transverse colon.
Question 5 of 5
In a robotically assisted hysterectomy, the surgical technologist may be responsible for removing the specimen from the vagina after the vaginal cuff closure has been completed.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The technologist often retrieves the specimen vaginally post-closure in robotic hysterectomies, assisting the surgeon.