ATI LPN
Health Assessment in Nursing Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
When performing passive range-of-motion exercises, the nurse's goal is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Passive ROM prevents contractures and maintains flexibility. It doesn’t strengthen (A), raise pain tolerance (C), or speed recovery (D).
Question 2 of 5
When assessing a patient's pulse, the nurse is checking for:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pulse assesses heart strength, rhythm, rate. BP (B), respiration (C), and temp (D) are separate.
Question 3 of 5
In nursing, the principle of 'universal precautions' refers to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Universal precautions assume all fluids are infectious, ensuring safety. Known-only (A), no PPE (C), or less hygiene (D) risks exposure.
Question 4 of 5
To prevent aspiration in patients with feeding tubes, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 30-45° upright prevents aspiration. Supine (A), speed (C), or no checks (D) risks complications.
Question 5 of 5
When applying a cold compress to a swollen area, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Monitoring and limiting prevents frostbite. Direct (A), long duration (C), or warm (D) risks harm.