ATI LPN
LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is experiencing alcohol withdrawal. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect to administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diazepam: Benzodiazepines like diazepam are used to manage alcohol withdrawal symptoms, such as seizures and agitation. Generated rationale: Diazepam reduces central nervous system excitability, helping to prevent severe withdrawal complications like delirium tremens.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has osteoporosis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Perform weight-bearing exercises: Weight-bearing exercises strengthen bones and improve bone density, which is crucial for osteoporosis management. Generated rationale: Regular weight-bearing activity stimulates bone remodeling, reducing the risk of fractures in clients with osteoporosis.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of hypertension and is prescribed hydrochlorothiazide. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Monitor your weight weekly: Hydrochlorothiazide can cause fluid loss, and weight monitoring helps detect significant changes that may indicate dehydration or fluid retention. Generated rationale: Regular weight checks allow early identification of fluid imbalances, ensuring safe management of diuretic therapy.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has heart failure. Which of the following findings should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Weight gain of 1 kg (2.2 lb) in 24 hours: Rapid weight gain in heart failure indicates fluid retention, a sign of worsening condition requiring immediate intervention. Generated rationale: Sudden weight gain suggests fluid overload, which can exacerbate heart failure and lead to pulmonary edema if not addressed promptly.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is to start taking metformin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Take the medication with meals: Metformin should be taken with food to reduce gastrointestinal side effects like nausea and diarrhea. Generated rationale: Administering metformin with meals minimizes stomach upset and improves medication tolerance.