ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has bipolar disorder and is experiencing acute mania. Which of the following activities should the nurse encourage the client to engage in?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reading in a quiet room reduces stimulation, helping manage acute mania.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a prescription for digoxin. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an adverse effect of the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nausea is a common adverse effect of digoxin toxicity, requiring monitoring.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is discussing home care concerns with the son of a client who has Alzheimer's disease. The son states, "I am so tired all the time, but Mom needs me." Which of the following responses should nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Respite care provides temporary relief for caregivers, addressing the son's exhaustion while supporting continued care for the client.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of deep-vein thrombosis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Swelling in the affected leg is typical in DVT due to venous obstruction.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the parents of a child who has ADHD and is taking methylphenidate. Which of the following statements by the parents indicates that the medication is effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Completing homework on time indicates improved focus and task completion, a primary goal of methylphenidate for ADHD.