ATI RN
Basic Care of Patient Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is the membrane that covers and protects the lungs?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Pleur. The pleura is a double-layered membrane that covers and protects the lungs. The outer layer is attached to the chest wall, while the inner layer covers the lungs. This membrane helps to reduce friction during breathing. Plaque (A) is a buildup of fatty deposits in arteries, not related to lung protection. The pancreas (B) is an organ that produces digestive enzymes and insulin, not a membrane covering the lungs. Lymph (C) is a fluid that circulates in the lymphatic system, not a membrane covering the lungs. Therefore, the correct answer is Pleur as it is directly related to the lung's protection and function.
Question 2 of 5
A type of cancer treatment that uses antibodies or vaccines to fight malignant tumors is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Immunotherapy is the correct answer because it uses antibodies or vaccines to boost the body's immune system to recognize and destroy cancer cells. This approach specifically targets cancer cells without harming normal cells. Radiation therapy (A) uses high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells, hormone therapy (B) blocks hormones that fuel cancer growth, and chemotherapy (C) uses drugs to kill cancer cells, but they do not directly involve antibodies or vaccines like immunotherapy.
Question 3 of 5
The NA should perform range of motion exercises at least _______ times for each joint.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D (6) because performing range of motion exercises at least 6 times for each joint helps improve joint flexibility and prevent stiffness. This frequency strikes a balance between providing enough stimulus for the joints to maintain their range of motion without overexerting them. Option A (9) is excessive and may lead to joint strain. Option B (5) and Option C (3) may not provide enough stimulus to effectively improve joint flexibility.
Question 4 of 5
A type of illness that will eventually cause death is known as a
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Terminal illness. Terminal illness refers to a condition that will ultimately lead to death. This term specifically indicates that the illness is in its final stages with no possibility of recovery. Marginal illness (A) refers to a minor or insignificant health issue. Palliative illness (B) involves providing relief from symptoms rather than curing the underlying condition. Complicated illness (D) suggests that the illness is complex or has additional factors but does not necessarily imply a fatal outcome. In conclusion, terminal illness is the most appropriate term for a condition that will result in death.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient who is scheduled to undergo a surgical procedure. The nurse is completing an assessment and reviews the patient's laboratory tests and allergies and prepares the patient for surgery. In which perioperative nursing phase is the nurse working?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Preoperative. In the preoperative phase, the nurse assesses the patient, reviews relevant information (such as lab tests and allergies), and prepares the patient for surgery. This phase occurs before the surgical procedure takes place. A: Perioperative includes preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases. C: Intraoperative refers to the phase during the actual surgical procedure. D: Postoperative occurs after the surgery is completed. Therefore, the nurse is working in the preoperative phase as she is preparing the patient before the surgery.