ATI LPN
ATI LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of diabetes mellitus and is refusing to learn how to self-administer Insulin. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Inviting the client to share thoughts encourages open communication and respects their perspective, facilitating understanding of barriers to learning.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has schizophrenia and is taking an antipsychotic medication. Which of the following screening tools should the nurse use to identify tardive dyskinesia?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The AIMS is designed to detect tardive dyskinesia, a side effect of antipsychotics. Other tools assess depression, cognition, or general psychiatric symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse on a pediatric unit is caring for a toddler who has poor dietary intake. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Obtaining a dietary history identifies patterns and causes of poor intake, guiding subsequent interventions like snacks or family involvement.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has a new prescription for zolpidem. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a potential contraindication for this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Zolpidem can exacerbate sleepwalking, making it a contraindication. Migraines, sertraline, or allergies don't pose significant risks with zolpidem.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has bipolar disorder and a new prescription for lithium. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Consistent sodium intake prevents lithium toxicity or reduced efficacy. Potassium, exercise limits, or empty stomach administration aren't necessary.