ATI LPN
ATI LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Retake Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in a long-term care facility is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has a new prescription for propranolol. The nurse should plan to monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects of the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bradycardia is correct. Propranolol is a beta-blocker that reduces heart rate and blood pressure by blocking beta-adrenergic receptors. One of its primary adverse effects is bradycardia (slow heart rate), which can lead to dizziness, fatigue, or hypotension.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of myasthenia gravis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Muscle weakness, especially in the eyes and face, is a hallmark symptom of myasthenia gravis due to autoimmune attack on acetylcholine receptors.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of alcohol use disorder. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tremors are a common withdrawal symptom in alcohol use disorder, indicating nervous system irritability.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for a vaginal pessary. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reporting vaginal discomfort ensures early detection of complications like irritation or infection from the pessary.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new diagnosis of hypothyroidism. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fatigue is a common symptom of hypothyroidism due to a slowed metabolism from decreased thyroid hormone production.