ATI LPN
Infection Control Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is the priority nursing action when caring for a client with a new colostomy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Teaching stoma care empowers the client to manage their colostomy independently, promoting self-care and confidence.
Question 2 of 5
In caring for a client with a wound infection, which intervention is most important to promote healing?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Administering antibiotics treats the underlying infection, promoting wound healing and preventing systemic complications.
Question 3 of 5
What should the nurse include in the inter-shift report to nursing colleagues?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A change-of-shift report should include instructions given in a teaching plan and the clients response. This should not include detailed content unless staff members ask for clarification.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is an example of a problem statement used in the Problem-Intervention-Evaluation documentation method?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The problem is reflected by a nursing diagnosis while the interventions are related to nursing actions directed toward minimizing or eliminating the problem.
Question 5 of 5
What is the primary reason for using restraints in a healthcare setting?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Restraints should only be used to prevent self-harm or harm to others, never for punishment or convenience.