ATI LPN
Patient Safety Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following organization is the oldest accreditation organization for hospitals in USA?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The Joint Commission is the oldest accrediting body.
Question 2 of 5
Which behavior by children is most likely to cause the transmission of a staph skin infection?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Direct contact is the mode of transmission for staphylococcus. Staph is not spread by coughing, oral secretions, or eating off the same plate.
Question 3 of 5
What sign or symptom suggests excessive I.V. fluid intake in a 3-year-old child receiving dextrose 5% in water and half-normal saline solution at 100 ml/hour?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dyspnea and other signs of respiratory distress signify fluid volume excess, which can occur quickly in a child as fluid shifts rapidly between compartments.
Question 4 of 5
What is the best approach for the nurse to take when teaching a client about lifestyle modifications for hypertension?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tailoring information to the individual needs and preferences of the client enhances understanding and compliance with lifestyle changes.
Question 5 of 5
A client with diabetes mellitus is prescribed insulin. What is the most important instruction for the nurse to give?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Monitoring blood glucose levels allows for adjustments in insulin dosing, maintaining optimal glycemic control.