ATI LPN
Health Assessment in Nursing Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
To ensure accurate blood pressure measurement, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Correct size and heart level ensure accuracy. Wrong size (A), quick inflation (C), or standing (D) distorts readings.
Question 2 of 5
When providing care for a patient with a tracheostomy, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sterile technique and monitoring prevent infection. No cleaning (A), full independence (C), or rare suction (D) risks harm.
Question 3 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 4 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 5 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.