ATI LPN
Patient Safety Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is the best approach for the nurse to take when teaching a client about lifestyle modifications for hypertension?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tailoring information to the individual needs and preferences of the client enhances understanding and compliance with lifestyle changes.
Question 2 of 5
A client with depression is prescribed selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). What is the most important instruction for the nurse to give?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Monitoring for suicidal thoughts is crucial, especially during the initial phase of SSRI therapy, to ensure client safety.
Question 3 of 5
When transferring a patient from a bed to a chair, the nurse should use which muscles to avoid back injury:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using leg muscles (C) during patient transfers prevents back injury by leveraging stronger lower body muscles and maintaining proper body mechanics. Back muscles (B) are prone to strain, while abdominal (A) and arm (D) muscles provide less support.
Question 4 of 5
What is the correct response for the licensed practical nurse that answers the phone to respond within the following scenario? The physician calls to leave orders late at night for one of his clients.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A telephone order involves a physician stating a prescribed therapy over the phone to a registered nurse.
Question 5 of 5
If you have a sharps exposure while providing patient care, you will need to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All steps are necessary to manage a sharps exposure effectively and safely.