ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive predictor Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A community health nurse is assisting with the development of a pamphlet regarding choking hazards for toddlers. Which of the following foods should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Grapes pose a choking risk due to their round shape, fitting easily in a toddler's airway.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for prednisone. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prednisone can elevate glucose levels, requiring monitoring for hyperglycemia.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for clonidine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clonidine's sedative effect makes bedtime dosing optimal.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for a colonoscopy. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Taking a laxative the day before clears the colon, ensuring a successful colonoscopy.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving IV magnesium sulfate. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a manifestation of magnesium toxicity?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Low urine output (<30 mL/hr) suggests magnesium toxicity, risking accumulation.