ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive Predictor 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a mastectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Arm exercises prevent lymphedema and stiffness post-mastectomy. Elevation, not dependent positioning, frequent infection checks, and sling use are standard.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for metoprolol. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Metoprolol, a beta-blocker, can cause bradycardia, requiring pulse monitoring. It's taken without regard to meals, given slowly IV if applicable, and glucose isn't directly affected.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a cesarean birth. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Splinting the incision reduces pain and strain during coughing post-cesarean. Monitoring should be more frequent, supine isn't ideal, and laxatives depend on need.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for methotrexate. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Methotrexate can cause mucositis, leading to mouth sores, a common side effect to monitor. Milk isn't required, energy may decrease due to fatigue, and while alcohol avoidance is advised, mouth sores are a more immediate concern.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is contributing to an in-service for newly licensed nurses about situations requiring an incident report. Which of the following examples should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An IV pump error delivering double the fluid is a serious medication error requiring an incident report. Vomiting is a side effect, restraint removal may not need reporting, and PCA misuse needs clarification.