ATI LPN
ATI LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Retake Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 2-year-old child who has Clostridium difficile. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Initiating contact precautions is correct. Clostridium difficile is highly contagious and spreads through spores that can survive on surfaces. Contact precautions, including the use of gloves and gowns and proper hand hygiene with soap and water, help prevent transmission.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of hyperparathyroidism. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypercalcemia is a hallmark of hyperparathyroidism due to excessive parathyroid hormone increasing blood calcium levels.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of peripheral artery disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Intermittent claudication, pain in the legs during activity, is a common symptom of peripheral artery disease due to reduced blood flow.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for a fluticasone inhaler. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rinsing the mouth after using a fluticasone inhaler prevents oral thrush, a common side effect of inhaled corticosteroids.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with a community health program for caregivers of clients who have Alzheimer's disease. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Limiting the number of choices for the client is correct. Clients with Alzheimer's disease can become overwhelmed by too many options. Offering simple choices, such as 'Would you like tea or juice?' instead of an open-ended question, helps reduce confusion and frustration.