ATI LPN
ATI Vital Signs Test 58 Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
The purpose of a nasogastric tube (NG tube) is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: NG tubes deliver nutrition/meds to the stomach. They don’t affect lungs (A), breathing (C), or BP (D).
Question 2 of 5
When performing wound irrigation, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sterile solution and least-to-most cleaning prevent infection. No gloves (A), direct pouring (C), or ignoring comfort (D) risks harm.
Question 3 of 5
The correct method for performing a back massage for a bedridden patient is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Long, gentle strokes relax and improve circulation. Quick (A), avoiding pressure points (C), or weekly (D) reduces effectiveness.
Question 4 of 5
The primary goal of therapeutic communication is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Trust aids effective care. Avoiding topics (A), no listening (C), or family-only (D) hinders communication.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting a patient with a bed bath. The correct procedure is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clean-to-dirty prevents contamination. Dirty-to-clean (B), skipping areas (C), or speed (D) risks hygiene.