ATI LPN
LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has placenta previa. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bright red vaginal bleeding: Bright red vaginal bleeding is the most characteristic finding in placenta previa.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for bupropion. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Report insomnia to the provider: Bupropion can cause insomnia as a common side effect, and this should be monitored and reported if significant. Generated rationale: Insomnia may require dose adjustment or timing changes, ensuring effective management of the client's condition.
Question 4 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.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking multiple medications and asks about possible interactions. To which of the following members of the interdisciplinary team should the nurse make a referral?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Advanced practice nurse: An advanced practice nurse (APN), such as a nurse practitioner or clinical nurse specialist, has advanced training in diagnosing, managing, and prescribing medications.