ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive Predictor 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving peritoneal dialysis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Monitoring for peritonitis (e.g., cloudy effluent, pain) is key in peritoneal dialysis. Dialysate is warmed to body temp (37°
C), heparin may be added, and saline flushes are used.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation via an endotracheal tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monitoring cuff pressure every 8 hours prevents tracheal damage from overinflation. Suctioning is as needed, securing isn't to the jaw, and prone positioning depends on condition.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for varenicline. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Varenicline, for smoking cessation, can cause mood changes (e.g., depression), requiring monitoring. It's taken with food, oral only, and glucose isn't affected.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for apixaban. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Apixaban, an anticoagulant, increases bleeding risk, leading to bruising. It's taken with or without food, urine color isn't affected, and alcohol isn't contraindicated but should be limited.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for varenicline. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Varenicline, for smoking cessation, can cause mood changes (e.g., depression), requiring monitoring. It's taken with food, oral only, and glucose isn't affected.