ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing Vital Signs NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The vital signs commonly recorded by nurses include:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Vital signs—pulse, respiration, temp, BP—reflect core status. Others (A, C, D) are assessments, not routine vitals.
Question 2 of 5
When providing care to an unconscious patient, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hygiene and oral care prevent complications. Ignoring hygiene (A), feeding-only (B), or no repositioning (D) risks neglect.
Question 3 of 5
When a nurse is repositioning a patient to prevent bedsores, they should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Every 2 hours prevents sores by relieving pressure. Longer (B, C) or complaint-based (D) increases risk.
Question 4 of 5
The purpose of a cold compress is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cold reduces swelling and pain via vasoconstriction. It doesn’t increase circulation (B), prevent clots (C), or relax muscles (D).
Question 5 of 5
The main goal of therapeutic communication in nursing is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Therapeutic communication builds trust for effective care. Advice-only (B), technical focus (C), or avoidance (D) hinders rapport.