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 hospice care. Which of the following interventions should the nurse prioritize?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Provide emotional support to the family: Hospice care focuses on comfort and support for both the client and family during end-of-life care. Generated rationale: Emotional support addresses the psychological needs of the family, aligning with hospice's holistic care approach.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse preparing incoming storm. Which of the following clients should the nurse recommend for discharge planning?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A child who has a new diagnosis of type 1 diabetes mellitus and is receiving IV insulin: This child is appropriate for discharge planning. A new diagnosis of type 1 diabetes requires thorough teaching for the family and child.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is postoperative following a TURP procedure. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Avoid lifting objects heavier than 10 lb: Heavy lifting can strain the surgical site after a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), increasing the risk of bleeding or complications. Generated rationale: Restricting lifting protects the healing prostate and bladder neck, preventing hemorrhage or delayed recovery.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for isosorbide mononitrate. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Report headaches to the provider: Headaches are a common side effect of isosorbide mononitrate due to vasodilation and should be monitored. Generated rationale: Headaches may indicate the need for dose adjustment, ensuring tolerability while maintaining efficacy for angina prevention.
Extract:
Day of admission
1300
The client is accompanied by a patient who reports that the
client has become more aggressive and has been acting out at home. Few superficial cut marks on the wrist noted. The client has borderline personality disorder and alcohol use disorder.
Day 2
1000:
The client is angry and tells the nurse, "You are a horrible person’’
Client initiated a fight with other peers in the unit
1300:
The client is encouraged to encourage to share their feelings. The client tells
the nurse, "You are the best. Much better than the other nurses."
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client.
The nurse is collecting data from the client.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse should identify that ____ and ____ indicate manifestations of borderline personality disorder.
| Elevated body temperature |
| Emotional stability |
| Tactile hallucinations |
| Increased heart rate |
| Fear of abandonment |
| Tactile hallucinations |
| Increased heart rate |
Correct Answer: B,E
Rationale: Fear of abandonment: Clients with borderline personality disorder (BP
D) often have an intense fear of abandonment. Emotional instability: BPD is characterized by rapid mood changes and intense emotional reactions.