ATI LPN
Multiple Choice Questions on Vital Signs Questions
Question 1 of 5
The physician orders an I.M. injection for a client. Which factor may affect the drug absorption rate from an I.M. injection site?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Blood flow to the injection site (C) determines IM drug absorption rate. Tone (A) and strength (B) don’t directly affect it, and fat (D) impacts subcutaneous, not IM, injections.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a tracheostomy. Which action should the nurse take to prevent infection?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sterile technique during suctioning (D) prevents infection in a tracheostomy. Ties (A) are changed as needed, suctioning (B) varies, and peroxide (C) may irritate skin.
Question 3 of 5
Which assessment findings support the nurse's suspicion that a client has impaired central perfusion? Select one that apply..
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dizziness (A) indicate poor central perfusion. Decreased hair distribution (B) is related to peripheral vascular issues not central perfusion.
Question 4 of 5
Which question would the nurse be sure to ask a client who has impaired sensory perception related to smell and taste?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diabetes (high blood sugar) can impair smell and taste making this question relevant. Spicy foods (B) and dry mouth (C) are less directly related. Vision/touch (D) is a separate issue.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse wants to find out if the patient has tenderness or pain in a part of the body
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Palpation is the correct technique for assessing tenderness or pain by feeling with hands. Palpitation (A) is a misspelling inspection (B) is visual and percussion (D) assesses underlying structures through tapping.