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 prescription for prednisone. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Monitor for signs of infection: Prednisone suppresses the immune system, increasing infection risk. Generated rationale: Corticosteroids like prednisone impair immune response, necessitating vigilance for signs of infection to ensure timely intervention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for isosorbide mononitrate. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Report headaches to the provider: Headaches are a common side effect of isosorbide mononitrate due to vasodilation and should be monitored. Generated rationale: Headaches may indicate the need for dose adjustment, ensuring tolerability while maintaining efficacy for angina prevention.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for amlodipine. Which of the following findings should the nurse monitor as an adverse effect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Peripheral edema: Amlodipine, a calcium channel blocker, commonly causes edema due to vasodilation. Generated rationale: Vasodilation from amlodipine can lead to fluid accumulation in extremities, requiring monitoring to manage discomfort.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving oxygen therapy via nasal cannula. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Check the nares for skin breakdown: Prolonged oxygen use can cause irritation or breakdown, requiring regular assessment. Generated rationale: Monitoring skin integrity prevents complications from pressure or dryness caused by the cannula.
Question 5 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 should be placed in a biohazard trash receptacle: Soiled dressings, particularly those that are contaminated with blood, bodily fluids, or pathogens, should always be disposed of in a biohazard trash receptacle. This ensures the safe and appropriate handling of potentially infectious materials and helps prevent the spread of infection.