ATI LPN
Nursing Assessment Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
When a patient measures oral temperature, accidentally bites the thermometer, the nurse should first give
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: If a patient bites a thermometer, the priority is to remove glass debris from the mouth (D) to prevent injury or ingestion. Mercury thermometers are rare today, but if present, further steps follow; options A-C are irrelevant or harmful.
Question 2 of 5
The prevention of pressure ulcers can be achieved by:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Repositioning and devices relieve pressure to prevent ulcers. Static positioning (A) worsens risk, compresses (C) and cold water (D) are irrelevant.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse provides rectal lavage to a patient primarily to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rectal lavage clears the rectum or relieves constipation. It doesn’t hydrate (B), prevent sores (C), or administer meds (D).
Question 4 of 5
When removing soiled bed linens, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Handling away and bagging prevents contamination. Shaking (A), floor (B), or folding (D) spreads pathogens.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is essential during the administration of oral medications?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Swallowing ability prevents choking. Flat position (B) risks aspiration, all at once (C) overwhelms, and ignoring preferences (D) reduces compliance.