These NCLEX-PN practice questions target safety — including Morse Fall Scale, High Risk, UAP, Unlicensed Assistive Personnel. The complete NCLEX-PN deck holds 1019 flashcards, 10 of them dedicated to this topic. Study the free samples below, then unlock the whole collection for a one-time $7.
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An LPN is assessing a 75-year-old patient with a history of two falls in the last 6 months who is currently receiving IV fluids. Using the Morse Fall Scale, which findings contribute most significantly to a High Risk classification?
Show answer →A history of falls (25 pts) and an IV/heparin lock (20 pts) are major contributors. Other factors include secondary diagnosis, gait (weak/impaired), and mental status. NCSBN focus: Identifying risk factors early to implement individualized interventions. Clinical Pearl: Any score >45 is typically considered high risk. Assessment must be updated every shift or after any change in status.
A confused patient keeps attempting to climb over the side rails. After trying to reorient the patient, what is the most appropriate next least restrictive intervention the LPN should implement?
Show answer →Alternatives to restraints include: 1. Bed/chair alarms, 2. Moving the patient closer to the nurses' station, 3. Providing a sitter or family involvement, 4. Offering meaningful activities. NCSBN emphasizes using the least restrictive method first. Using all four side rails is considered a physical restraint and requires a provider's order and specific monitoring.
An LPN finds a patient lying on the floor next to their bed. After ensuring the patient is breathing and has a pulse, what is the next priority action?
Show answer →Priority: Assess for injury (especially head injury or fractures) BEFORE moving the patient. Check for neurological changes and stabilize the cervical spine if a head injury is suspected. Only after assessment and stabilization should the LPN call for help to move the patient back to bed. Documentation must be objective and an incident report completed (though not in the medical record).
When reinforcing teaching about using a cane for a patient with left-sided weakness, on which side should the patient hold the cane and how should they move?
Show answer →Hold the cane on the UNAFFECTED (stronger) side (Right side). Sequence: Move cane first, then the weak leg (Left), then the strong leg (Right). Cane Always Goes Opposite (CAGO). The cane should be level with the greater trochanter. When walking with the nurse, the nurse should stand on the patient's WEAK side.
Which fall prevention task is most appropriate for the LPN to delegate to an Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP)?
Show answer →UAPs can: 1. Assist with stable ambulation, 2. Apply non-skid socks, 3. Clear clutter from the room, 4. Ensure the call light is within reach. LPNs/RNs must perform the fall risk assessment and the initial teaching. NCLEX Distinction: LPNs delegate the doing (tasks), but retain the thinking (assessment, evaluation, and teaching).
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