ATI LPN
Health Assessment in Nursing Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 4
Which nursing actions are most appropriate for the nurse caring for a client with poor nutrition from bulimia nervosa to implement?Select one that apply.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Supplements (A) assessing skin/hair (B) and monitoring labs (E) address malnutrition. Strenuous exercise (C) is harmful in bulimia. High-fat foods (D) are not ideal. Bariatric surgery (F) is irrelevant.
Question 2 of 4
Why is palliative care the best care for a terminal illness?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Palliative care focuses on improving quality of life through symptom management for terminal patients. A B and C do not reflect the primary goal of palliative care which is patient-centered comfort and support.
Question 3 of 4
When making an unoccupied bed, where would the nurse place a waterproof pad?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The waterproof pad goes over the bottom sheet (C) to protect the mattress while allowing the draw sheet to secure it and maintain patient comfort. Directly on the mattress (A) or beneath the draw sheet (B) is less practical, and over the top sheet (D) defeats its purpose.
Question 4 of 4
A nurse assesses a client who is admitted to the inpatient rehabilitation unit with hip problems. The client asks, 'Why are you asking about my bowels and bladder?' How would the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Band D are relevant but secondary to functional assessment.