ATI LPN
ATI LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Retake Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of Lyme disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A bull's-eye rash (erythema migrans) is a classic early sign of Lyme disease at the site of the tick bite.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about hand hygiene with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Interlacing the fingers while rubbing hands together is correct. Interlacing the fingers and rubbing them together ensures that all surfaces of the hands, including between the fingers, are properly cleaned. This method is recommended in the CDC hand hygiene guidelines for thorough washing.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for a nicotine lozenge. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding drinking fluids while using a nicotine lozenge ensures proper absorption of nicotine through the oral mucosa.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for sumatriptan. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sumatriptan, a triptan, can cause chest pain or tightness, which may indicate vasoconstriction and requires monitoring.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for a transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE). Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fasting for 6 hours before a TEE reduces the risk of aspiration during the procedure, which involves sedation.