ATI LPN
HESI LPN Fundamentals Test Questions
Question 1 of 4
A client with Alzheimer's disease has been prescribed Aricept (donepezil). Which statement is true regarding the action of the medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Aricept (donepezil) increases brain acetylcholine by inhibiting cholinesterase, enhancing cognition in Alzheimer's disease a primary mechanism for symptom management, not cure. It doesn't prevent progression, reverse memory loss, or target depression directly. Nurses explain this action, setting realistic expectations, aiding families in understanding its role in slowing cognitive decline temporarily.
Question 2 of 4
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of rheumatoid arthritis. The nurse should assess the client for:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Limited range of motion in affected joints is a hallmark of rheumatoid arthritis due to inflammation and stiffness weight gain, weather relief, or back radiation aren't typical. Nurses assess joints, planning interventions like PT, supporting mobility in chronic disease care.
Question 3 of 4
A client with diverticulitis is admitted with nausea, vomiting, and dehydration. Which finding suggests a complication of diverticulitis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A board-like abdomen suggests peritonitis, a complication of diverticulitis from perforation pain and fever are typical, distention less specific. Nurses report this rigidity, indicating urgent surgical need, preventing sepsis in this gastrointestinal crisis.
Question 4 of 4
The nurse is caring for a client with AIDS who has just been prescribed Atripla. Which instruction should be included in the nurse's teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Vivid dreams or dizziness are common Atripla (efavirenz-based) side effects in AIDS treatment empty stomach aids absorption, it's once daily, and sunlight isn't a concern. Nurses teach this, managing expectations, ensuring adherence in HIV care.