ATI LPN
Assessment Nursing Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is the primary purpose of medical asepsis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Medical asepsis reduces pathogen spread, not sterilization (A), avoiding hygiene (C), or limiting PPE (D).
Question 2 of 5
The best position for a patient who is at risk of aspiration while eating is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Semi-Fowler’s (30-45°) reduces aspiration risk. Flat (A), prone (C), or supine (D) increases it.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a patient who is unconscious. When performing oral care, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lateral position prevents aspiration. No care (B), toothbrushes (C), or alcohol (D) risks harm.
Question 4 of 5
When preparing a patient for surgery, the nurse's role includes:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fasting and scrub prep prevent complications. Feeding (A), no teaching (C), or high meds (D) risks harm.
Question 5 of 5
The correct procedure for removing a Foley catheter is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Deflating the balloon prevents trauma. Quick pull (A), cutting (C), or standing (D) risks injury.