ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a laminectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to promote recovery?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Logrolling maintains spinal alignment, preventing injury post-laminectomy.
Question 2 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 monitor for as an indication of hypocalcemia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Muscle twitching can indicate hypocalcemia, a risk post-thyroidectomy due to parathyroid gland disruption.
Question 3 of 5
A charge nurse is reinforcing teaching with a newly licensed nurse about infection control measures. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Soiled dressings, particularly those contaminated with blood or pathogens, should be disposed of in a biohazard trash receptacle to prevent the spread of infection.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is preoperative for a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A temporary catheter is often needed post-TURP to manage urinary output during healing.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for epinephrine auto-injector PRN. The nurse should reinforce with the client that the medication can help treat which of the following manifestations?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Epinephrine treats shortness of breath in anaphylaxis by causing bronchodilation, improving airflow.