ATI LPN
Multiple Choice Questions on Vital Signs Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is most appropriate when feeding a patient who is at risk for aspiration?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Thickened liquids and upright position prevent aspiration. Speed (B), solids-only (C), or prone (D) increases risk.
Question 2 of 5
To prevent skin breakdown in an incontinent patient, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clean, dry skin and repositioning prevent breakdown. Request-only (A), no pads (C), or no creams (D) risks harm.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient with impaired skin integrity. The most appropriate intervention is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Monitoring and care prevent worsening. Heat (A), no repositioning (C), or no cleaning (D) risks harm.
Question 4 of 5
End-to-end, end-to-side, side-to-side, and Roux-en-Y are techniques for:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: These are standard bowel anastomosis techniques to restore intestinal continuity.
Question 5 of 5
Which part of the tympanic membrane is fibrous, largest, and where drainage tubes are inserted?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pars tensa is the largest, fibrous part of the eardrum where myringotomy tubes are placed.