ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive Predictor 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a total knee arthroplasty. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ice packs reduce swelling and pain post-arthroplasty. Elevation, not dependent positioning, frequent bleeding checks, and CPM use are standard.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has pyelonephritis and is receiving gentamicin via IV infusion. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse identify as an adverse effect of the treatment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Gentamicin can cause ototoxicity, leading to hearing loss, a serious adverse effect requiring monitoring. Slurred speech, hypotension, and hyperthermia aren't typical gentamicin side effects.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for lorazepam 0.5 mg PO PRN for anxiety. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lorazepam causes drowsiness, a key side effect to monitor. Grapefruit isn't relevant, it's PRN not daily, and BP isn't directly affected.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for warfarin. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Warfarin increases bleeding risk, so unusual bleeding must be reported. Potassium isn't restricted, urine color change isn't typical, and appetite isn't affected.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple procedure). Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Post-Whipple, pancreatic function may decrease, risking hyperglycemia, requiring monitoring. Ambulation, low-fat diet, and supported coughing are standard.