ATI LPN
ATI NCLEX PN Predictor Test Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client is learning about preventing hip dislocation before total hip arthroplasty. Which instruction should be included?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct instruction to prevent hip dislocation after total hip arthroplasty is to avoid crossing the legs at the knees. This position can put stress on the hip joint and increase the risk of dislocation.
Choices A, B, and D are incorrect. Bending the hip more than 90 degrees, lying on the unaffected side, or keeping the legs in a neutral position are not directly related to preventing hip dislocation in this context.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has a chest tube connected to a closed drainage system. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct intervention for a client with a chest tube connected to a closed drainage system is to maintain the drainage below the level of the chest. This position allows proper drainage of fluids and helps prevent complications such as backflow of blood or fluids into the chest cavity. Clamping the chest tube (
Choice
A) is incorrect as it can lead to a tension pneumothorax. Elevating the chest tube above chest level (
Choice
C) is also incorrect because it can impede proper drainage. Avoiding frequent dressing changes (
Choice
D) is important to prevent introducing infection, but it is not directly related to the position of the drainage system.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has bipolar disorder and is experiencing acute mania. Which of the following findings is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: 'Lack of sleep.' In a client experiencing acute mania due to bipolar disorder, lack of sleep is the priority finding for the nurse to address. Sleep deprivation can exacerbate symptoms, lead to exhaustion, and increase the risk of further complications. Pressured speech, increased appetite, and mood swings are also common in acute mania, but addressing the lack of sleep takes precedence due to its significant impact on the client's well-being and recovery.
Question 4 of 5
A client at 30 weeks of gestation reports constipation. Which of the following recommendations should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct recommendation is to walk for at least 30 minutes every day. Walking stimulates intestinal motility, which can help relieve constipation during pregnancy. Option A is important for overall hydration but may not directly address constipation. Option B is not recommended without healthcare provider approval as some laxatives are contraindicated in pregnancy. Option C, increasing intake of refined grains, may exacerbate constipation due to lower fiber content.
Question 5 of 5
What are the risk factors for developing hypertension?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: High sodium diet and lack of physical activity. These are established risk factors for developing hypertension as they contribute to elevated blood pressure.
Choice B, low potassium intake and excessive alcohol consumption, may also impact blood pressure but are not as strongly associated with hypertension as high sodium intake and lack of physical activity.
Choice C, frequent exercise and a low cholesterol diet, are actually beneficial for reducing the risk of hypertension.
Choice D, smoking and family history, are more closely linked to other health conditions such as cardiovascular diseases, rather than being primary risk factors for hypertension.