ATI LPN
Nursing Vital Signs Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
When performing mouth care on an unconscious patient, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lateral positioning prevents aspiration during mouth care. Supine (A), toothbrushes (C), or no suction (D) risk choking.
Question 2 of 5
A primary objective of basic nursing care for a patient with pressure ulcers is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clean, dry skin and repositioning heal ulcers. Massage (A) can worsen damage, no turning (C) increases pressure, and heat (D) risks burns.
Question 3 of 5
The most effective way to prevent cross-contamination in a healthcare setting is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hand hygiene prevents pathogen spread most effectively. Gloves (A), no touch (C), or disposables (D) aren’t as comprehensive.
Question 4 of 5
When providing hair care for a bedridden patient, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Protecting linens and ensuring comfort respects the patient. Ignoring preferences (A), daily shampoo (B), or dry hair (D) neglects care.
Question 5 of 5
The best way to measure a patient's fluid intake is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Recording oral and IV intake ensures accuracy. Estimation (A), weight (C), or output-only (D) misses data.