ATI LPN
Nursing Health Assessment Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
When recording a patient's vital signs, the nurse should include:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vital signs (BP, pulse, temp, respiration) assess core health. Others (B, C, D) are additional, not routine vitals.
Question 2 of 5
What is the most appropriate nursing action for a patient experiencing pain?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing pain guides intervention. Waiting (A), no discussion (C), or blind meds (D) neglects care.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse should monitor for signs of shock, such as:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Shock shows rapid pulse and cold, clammy skin from poor perfusion. High BP (A), energy (C), or warm skin (D) isn’t typical.
Question 4 of 5
In nursing, the term 'aseptic technique' refers to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aseptic technique prevents pathogen contamination. Hand hygiene (A) is part, unsterile gloves (C) or exposure (D) breaks it.
Question 5 of 5
A patient is experiencing hypothermia. The nurse should take which of the following actions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Gradual warming treats hypothermia safely. Cold compresses (A) or fluids (C) worsen it, and no touch (D) neglects care.