ATI LPN
Patient Care Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which one of the following will help to prevent decubitus ulcers?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Decubitus ulcers (pressure sores) result from prolonged pressure on skin, common in immobile clients. Repositioning every two hours relieves pressure, boosting circulation and preventing tissue breakdown, a core PSW task. Applying alcohol dries skin, increasing fragility. Vigorous massage may damage tissue, not prevent sores. 'All of the above' is wrong, as only repositioning is effective. Evidence-based guidelines, like those from NPUAP, prioritize this, making it the correct preventive measure.
Question 2 of 5
In what order would you clean a bathroom?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cleaning order minimizes germ spread. Starting with the bathtub , then sink, and last toilet bowl follows a least-to-most contaminated sequence, per household hygiene principles. Toilet-first risks transferring bacteria. Sink-first options (Choices C, D) may spread sink germs to cleaner areas. PSWs learn this progression to maintain sanitation, especially in care settings, making 'Bathtub, sink, toilet bowl' the correct and logical order.
Question 3 of 5
The amount of fluid a resident may have will be recorded over which period of time?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fluid intake/output is tracked over 24 hours to assess daily balance, a standard in care plans for monitoring hydration or conditions like kidney issues. Shorter periods (Choices A, B) lack context, and a week is too long for daily needs. PSWs document this, per facility protocols, making '24 hours' the correct and practical timeframe.
Question 4 of 5
Passive range of motion exercises primarily prevent:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Passive range of motion (ROM) exercises, where PSWs move limbs, primarily prevent joint contractures by maintaining flexibility in immobile clients, per physical therapy principles. Pressure ulcers relate to repositioning. Muscle atrophy and spasms may benefit, but contractures are the main target. This focus aligns with PSW restorative roles, making 'Joint contractures' the correct primary prevention.
Question 5 of 5
If a newborn infant will be breastfed, the mother should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Breastfeeding success involves hygiene and technique. Washing hands prevents infection, holding close aids latching, stimulating rooting triggers sucking all key steps, per lactation guidance. 'All of the above' combines these, essential for PSWs assisting, making it the correct and complete approach.