ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who has terminal cancer. Which of the following responses by the child's school-age brother should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: School-age children may believe their actions contribute to a sibling's illness or death, reflecting guilt and magical thinking common at this developmental stage.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 2 days postoperative following an above-the-knee amputation. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to promote progression toward independence and mobility for the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Using an overbed trapeze promotes upper body strength and independence in repositioning, aiding mobility.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Barrel chest is a common finding in COPD due to chronic lung hyperinflation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving chemotherapy. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor to assess for myelosuppression?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: White blood cell count monitors for myelosuppression, a chemotherapy side effect.
Question 5 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.