ATI PN FUNDAMENTALS PROCTORED
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED
ANSWERS
Advance directives - Answer-Legal documents that allow individuals to make decisions
about their medical care in advance
Health care proxy - Answer-A person designated to make medical decisions on behalf
of another individual
Living will - Answer-A legal document that outlines a person's preferences for medical
treatment in case they become unable to communicate
Oral statement - Answer-A spoken declaration of a person's wishes regarding medical
treatment
Premenopausal - Answer-Referring to the period of time before menopause, during
which a woman still has regular menstrual periods
Papanicolaou test - Answer-A screening test for cervical cancer that involves collecting
cells from the cervix for examination
Breast self-examination - Answer-A technique for checking the breasts for lumps or
other abnormalities
Estrogen levels - Answer-The amount of estrogen hormone present in the body
BMI - Answer-Body Mass Index, a measure of body fat based on height and weight
Calorie intake - Answer-The amount of calories consumed in a day
Abdominal girth - Answer-The measurement around the waist at the level of the navel
Blood pressure - Answer-The force of blood against the walls of the arteries
Peak flow meter - Answer-A handheld device used to measure how well air moves out
of the lungs
Client's knowledge - Answer-The understanding a client has about the use of a peak
flow meter
Video demonstration - Answer-A visual presentation showing how to use a peak flow
meter
, Observation - Answer-The act of watching a client use a peak flow meter to ensure
proper technique
Importance of daily use - Answer-The significance of using a peak flow meter every day
as prescribed
Oral care - Answer-The practice of cleaning and maintaining the mouth and teeth
Dentures - Answer-Artificial teeth and gums that replace missing natural teeth
Mouth sores - Answer-Painful ulcers or lesions in the mouth
Denture care - Answer-The proper cleaning and maintenance of dentures
Denture soaking - Answer-The process of placing dentures in a liquid solution for
cleaning and disinfection
Denture adhesive - Answer-A substance used to hold dentures in place
Sleeping with dentures - Answer-Wearing dentures while sleeping at night
Denture rinsing - Answer-The act of cleaning dentures with water after meals
Ampule - Answer-A small, sealed glass container that holds a single dose of medication
Inject air - Answer-To introduce a small amount of air into the ampule before drawing
medication
Diluent - Answer-A liquid used to dissolve or dilute a medication
Cleansing the tip - Answer-Wiping the top of the ampule with an alcohol swab to ensure
cleanliness
Filter needle - Answer-A needle with a filter attached to remove particles from
medication
Safety hazard - Answer-A condition or situation that poses a risk of harm or injury
Weight-sensitive sensor mat - Answer-A mat that detects changes in pressure and is
used to monitor a client's movement
Raised side rails - Answer-The protective barriers on the sides of a bed that can be
raised or lowered
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED
ANSWERS
Advance directives - Answer-Legal documents that allow individuals to make decisions
about their medical care in advance
Health care proxy - Answer-A person designated to make medical decisions on behalf
of another individual
Living will - Answer-A legal document that outlines a person's preferences for medical
treatment in case they become unable to communicate
Oral statement - Answer-A spoken declaration of a person's wishes regarding medical
treatment
Premenopausal - Answer-Referring to the period of time before menopause, during
which a woman still has regular menstrual periods
Papanicolaou test - Answer-A screening test for cervical cancer that involves collecting
cells from the cervix for examination
Breast self-examination - Answer-A technique for checking the breasts for lumps or
other abnormalities
Estrogen levels - Answer-The amount of estrogen hormone present in the body
BMI - Answer-Body Mass Index, a measure of body fat based on height and weight
Calorie intake - Answer-The amount of calories consumed in a day
Abdominal girth - Answer-The measurement around the waist at the level of the navel
Blood pressure - Answer-The force of blood against the walls of the arteries
Peak flow meter - Answer-A handheld device used to measure how well air moves out
of the lungs
Client's knowledge - Answer-The understanding a client has about the use of a peak
flow meter
Video demonstration - Answer-A visual presentation showing how to use a peak flow
meter
, Observation - Answer-The act of watching a client use a peak flow meter to ensure
proper technique
Importance of daily use - Answer-The significance of using a peak flow meter every day
as prescribed
Oral care - Answer-The practice of cleaning and maintaining the mouth and teeth
Dentures - Answer-Artificial teeth and gums that replace missing natural teeth
Mouth sores - Answer-Painful ulcers or lesions in the mouth
Denture care - Answer-The proper cleaning and maintenance of dentures
Denture soaking - Answer-The process of placing dentures in a liquid solution for
cleaning and disinfection
Denture adhesive - Answer-A substance used to hold dentures in place
Sleeping with dentures - Answer-Wearing dentures while sleeping at night
Denture rinsing - Answer-The act of cleaning dentures with water after meals
Ampule - Answer-A small, sealed glass container that holds a single dose of medication
Inject air - Answer-To introduce a small amount of air into the ampule before drawing
medication
Diluent - Answer-A liquid used to dissolve or dilute a medication
Cleansing the tip - Answer-Wiping the top of the ampule with an alcohol swab to ensure
cleanliness
Filter needle - Answer-A needle with a filter attached to remove particles from
medication
Safety hazard - Answer-A condition or situation that poses a risk of harm or injury
Weight-sensitive sensor mat - Answer-A mat that detects changes in pressure and is
used to monitor a client's movement
Raised side rails - Answer-The protective barriers on the sides of a bed that can be
raised or lowered
