ATI LPN
ATI PN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 - Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the discharge of an older adult client who has early onset dementia and lives with their adult child who works full time. Which of the following resources should the nurse recommend to the family to assist with the client's care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Adult day care provides supervision and activities during work hours, supporting the child's schedule. Hospice is for terminal illness, long-term care may be premature, and senior centers lack needed oversight.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a nasogastric tube in place for enteral feeding. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Checking residual every 4–8 hr ensures tolerance. Flushing needs 30 mL, supine risks aspiration, and warming to body temp (37°
C) is safer.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for clonidine. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clonidine causes dry mouth. Antacids aren't needed, BP decreases, and stopping risks rebound.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the discharge of an older adult client who has early onset dementia and lives with their adult child who works full time. Which of the following resources should the nurse recommend to the family to assist with the client's care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Adult day care provides supervision and activities during work hours, supporting the child's schedule. Hospice is for terminal illness, long-term care may be premature, and senior centers lack needed oversight.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An abduction pillow prevents dislocation. Flexion, no devices, and full weight-bearing risk injury.