ATI LPN
ATI PN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 - Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a new prescription for ipratropium via inhaler. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ipratropium causes tachycardia; HR monitoring is key. Rinsing is for steroids, dosing is 4–6 hr, and glucose isn't affected.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is reinforcing teaching with a client about collecting a stool specimen for occult blood testing. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Three separate specimens increase test accuracy.
Toilet water contaminates, bloody stools skew results, and refrigeration duration varies but isn't specified here.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a new prescription for warfarin. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: INR monitoring ensures warfarin's effect. It's oral or IV drip, not push, and glucose/massage aren't relevant.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a thyroidectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hoarseness may indicate nerve damage or hypocalcemia, needing reporting. Pain, drainage, and HR are expected.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for albuterol. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Albuterol causes tachycardia. It's for acute relief, rinsing is for steroids, and use continues as prescribed.