ATI LPN
LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a new diagnosis of glaucoma. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Use eye drops as prescribed: Medicated eye drops are the primary treatment to reduce intraocular pressure in glaucoma. Generated rationale: Consistent use of prescribed drops prevents optic nerve damage, critical for preserving vision in glaucoma.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a cholecystectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clay-colored stools: This may indicate bile duct obstruction, a serious complication requiring immediate evaluation. Generated rationale: Absence of bile in the stool suggests a blockage post-cholecystectomy, which could lead to jaundice or pancreatitis if untreated.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with client who has diabetes mellitus and is taking insulin lispro and insulin glargine. Which the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Draw up the insulin lispro and insulin glargine in separate syringes: Insulin lispro (a rapid-acting insulin) and insulin glargine (a long-acting insulin) should be administered separately, as they have different properties and mechanisms of action. Mixing them in one syringe can affect their effectiveness and may cause inaccurate dosing.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for digoxin. Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as an adverse effect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Blurred vision: Digoxin toxicity can cause visual disturbances, including blurred vision, a critical adverse effect to monitor. Generated rationale: Digoxin's narrow therapeutic range makes toxicity a concern, with visual changes indicating potential overdose needing immediate evaluation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with new parents about car seat safety. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Place the shoulder harnesses at the level of the infant's shoulders: For optimal safety, the shoulder harness straps should be at or just below the infant's shoulders when they are in a rear-facing car seat. This positioning helps to keep the baby secure and ensures the harness fits properly in the event of an accident.