ATI LPN
LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of deep vein thrombosis and is prescribed warfarin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoid foods high in vitamin K: Vitamin K can counteract warfarin's anticoagulant effect, and intake should be consistent and limited. Generated rationale: Warfarin's efficacy depends on stable vitamin K levels, making dietary instructions critical to maintain therapeutic anticoagulation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for enoxaparin. The nurse should identify which of the following over-the-counter products as unsafe for use with enoxaparin.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Naproxen: Naproxen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAI
D) that increases the risk of bleeding.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a new diagnosis of anemia. Which of the following dietary instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increase iron-rich foods: Iron deficiency is a common cause of anemia, and dietary iron helps improve hemoglobin levels. Generated rationale: Iron-rich foods like red meat and spinach support erythropoiesis, addressing anemia's underlying cause.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a new diagnosis of diverticulitis. Which of the following dietary instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: Increase fiber intake gradually: Long-term high-fiber diets prevent diverticulitis recurrence. Eat a low-residue diet during acute phase: Low-fiber foods reduce bowel irritation during inflammation. Generated rationale: Dietary adjustments balance symptom relief during acute phases and prevention of future episodes.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Perform oral care every 4 hours: Regular oral care reduces bacterial growth in the mouth, decreasing the risk of pneumonia. Generated rationale: Oral hygiene minimizes colonization of pathogens that could be aspirated into the lungs, a key strategy in preventing ventilator-associated pneumonia.