LPN Fundamentals Quiz for Students

Which of the following is the normal range for an adult’s oral body temperature in degrees Celsius?

What is the primary function of red blood cells?

• Fighting infection

• Carrying oxygen

• Producing hormones

• Clotting blood

Which of the following terms describes the process of listening to the internal sounds of the body, typically with a stethoscope?

• Palpation

• Auscultation

• Percussion

• Inspection

Which of the following is a common site for intramuscular injection in adults?

• Deltoid muscle

• Radial artery

• Cephalic vein

• Dorsal foot

A patient is prescribed a medication to be given subcutaneously. Which of the following is the correct angle for needle insertion?

A patient is experiencing shortness of breath. Which nursing intervention should the LPN perform first?

• Notify the physician immediately

• Place the patient in a high Fowler’s position

• Administer pain medication

• Encourage the patient to drink fluids

• Hypotension

• Normal blood pressure

• Hypertension

• Bradycardia

A patient is at risk for pressure ulcers. Which action by the LPN best helps prevent skin breakdown?

• Limiting fluid intake

• Repositioning the patient every 2 hours

• Applying restraints

• Encouraging bed rest

A patient with diabetes is found to be confused and sweating. What is the most appropriate initial action by the LPN?

• Give the patient a glass of juice

• Call the physician immediately

• Administer insulin

• Place the patient in a supine position

Which of the following best demonstrates the LPN’s role in infection control?

• Administering medications as prescribed

• Performing hand hygiene before and after patient care

• Diagnosing infections

• Prescribing antibiotics