ATI LPN
LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assigned to care for several clients on a mental health unit. One of the clients who has suicidal ideation starts to verbalize clear intent to self harm. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Notify the supervisor that the client requires one-to-one nursing observation: This is the most appropriate and immediate action when a client verbalizes a clear intent to self-harm.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is supervising an assistive personnel (AP) who is applying antiembolic stockings for a client. Which of the following actions by the AP requires intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ensuring that creases in the stockings on the front of the client's legs: This action requires intervention. The stockings should be applied smoothly and without any wrinkles or creases, as these can cause pressure points that may lead to skin irritation, impaired circulation, or discomfort for the client.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a thyroidectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Neck swelling: Significant swelling post-thyroidectomy could indicate hematoma or airway compromise, requiring urgent intervention. Generated rationale: Neck swelling may compress the airway or vessels, posing an immediate threat to the client's safety.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for levodopa/carbidopa for Parkinson's disease. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoid high-protein meals: High-protein meals can interfere with levodopa absorption, reducing its effectiveness. Generated rationale: Amino acids in protein compete with levodopa for absorption in the gut, necessitating dietary adjustments to optimize therapy.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for oxycodone. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: Monitor for constipation: Oxycodone, an opioid, commonly causes constipation due to slowed gastrointestinal motility. Avoid driving while taking this medication: Oxycodone can cause drowsiness, impairing driving ability. Generated rationale: These precautions address common opioid side effects, ensuring safety and comfort.