ATI RN
Vital Signs Assessment Chapter 7 Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of these would be formulated by a nurse using diagnostic reasoning?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Diagnostic reasoning involves formulating a diagnostic hypothesis based on collected data.
Question 2 of 5
What is the most common cause of posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injury?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A dashboard injury, where the tibia is forced posteriorly, is the most common cause of PCL injury.
Question 3 of 5
What is the best position for the nurse to place the patient in when assessing jugular vein distension?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Jugular vein distension is best assessed with the head of the bed elevated 30 to 45 degrees.
Question 4 of 5
What is the primary purpose of using a Doppler device during a physical examination?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Doppler devices are used to detect weak peripheral pulses when they are difficult to palpate.
Question 5 of 5
Mark each of the following statements as therapeutic or nontherapeutic. h. "No need to cry. Let's move on to a different topic."
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This statement dismisses the patient's emotions and is nontherapeutic.