ATI RN
Care of Patients with Alzheimers Disease Basic Concept ATI Questions
Question 1 of 9
Which of the following statements is true of taking rectal temperatures?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: For accuracy and safety the nursing assistant must hold the thermometer during a rectal temperature measurement.
Question 2 of 9
Which type of urine specimen does not include the first and last urine in the sample?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A clean-catch specimen excludes the first and last portions of urine to reduce contamination from external bacteria.
Question 3 of 9
Which of the following statements is true of taking rectal temperatures?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: For accuracy and safety the nursing assistant must hold the thermometer during a rectal temperature measurement.
Question 4 of 9
A nursing assistant must file the following promptly with the state licensing board:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A nursing assistant must promptly report any changes in their address to the state licensing board to ensure they remain in good standing.
Question 5 of 9
Which of the following is a condition that increases the risk of pressure injuries?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Restricted mobility increases the risk of pressure injuries by reducing blood flow to areas under pressure.
Question 6 of 9
Which of the following is the proper conversion of 1615 to regular time?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: 1615 in military time converts to 4:15 p.m. in regular time by subtracting 1200 from 1615.
Question 7 of 9
You are on-scene with an unconscious adult female who you suspect may be intoxicated. The patient's vital signs are within normal limits; however, her blood glucose level is low. Which of the following should be administered first to prevent Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, after initiating oxygen therapy and IV access?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Thiamine should be administered first to prevent Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, especially in alcohol-intoxicated patients.
Question 8 of 9
Supraglottic airway devices:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: "Supraglottic airway devices are valuable as part of the difficult or failed intubation management plan."
Question 9 of 9
Which of the following is the highest priority for nursing assistants when bathing residents?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Safety is the highest priority to prevent falls and injuries during the bath process.