ATI LPN
COPD Patient Care Question Questions
Question 1 of 5
When caring for a resident's hair, what should the PSW try first if the hair is very tangled?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tangled hair requires gentle care to avoid pain or damage. Wetting with alcohol dries hair, worsening tangles, and isn't standard. Cutting tangles is a last resort, risking uneven results or distress. Calling the nurse escalates unnecessarily for a routine task. Combing one small section at a time is the best first step starting at ends, working up minimizing breakage and discomfort. PSW grooming protocols prioritize patience and client comfort, making this methodical approach the correct initial action.
Question 2 of 5
When feeding a resident, the PSW:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Feeding requires focus on the resident for safety and dignity. Standing divides attention, risking choking. Mixing pureed food may overwhelm or confuse taste. Sitting on the bed is unstable and unhygienic. Sitting with eye contact fosters trust, monitors swallowing, and ensures safety, per PSW feeding protocols. This client-centered approach enhances engagement and reduces risks, making it the correct and preferred method.
Question 3 of 5
Which one of the following would be substituted for protein in a vegetarian diet?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vegetarians replace animal protein with plant sources like legumes beans, lentils rich in amino acids, per nutritional standards. Fish isn't vegetarian. Bananas and celery offer carbs or fiber, not protein. PSWs adapt diets, and legumes align with vegetarian protein needs, making it the correct substitute.
Question 4 of 5
When measuring urine output from a drainage bag, the PSW should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Accurate urine measurement requires precision. Emptying into a graduate allows exact volume reading, a PSW task per care standards. Resting on the floor risks contamination. Bag markings are estimates, not precise. Flushing directly loses data. This method ensures reliable output tracking, making it the correct procedure.
Question 5 of 5
Accidental poisoning is most common with:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Toddlers and preschoolers are most prone to accidental poisoning, exploring and ingesting items (e.g., cleaners), per safety data like Health Canada's. Elderly or teens have more awareness. Infants lack mobility. PSWs educate families, making this age group the correct answer.