ATI LPN
Nursing Assessment Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
When using a urinal for a male patient, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Standing or semi-sitting aids urination and comfort. Lying (A), bowel use (C), or floor (D) is impractical.
Question 2 of 5
The primary purpose of deep breathing and coughing exercises is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Breathing and coughing clear lungs, preventing infection. Appetite (A), BP (C), or oxygen limit (D) isn’t the goal.
Question 3 of 5
The primary purpose of aseptic technique during a dressing change is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Asepsis prevents infection. Healing (A), no gloves (C), or air exposure (D) isn’t the focus.
Question 4 of 5
The most appropriate nursing intervention for a patient with a high fever is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tepid sponging and fluids cool and hydrate. Blankets (B), cold-only (C), or no fluids (D) worsen fever.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse's primary goal in post-operative care is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Preventing complications ensures recovery. Limiting activity (A), no repositioning (C), or immobility (D) increases risks.