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 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 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for a vaginal pessary. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reporting vaginal discomfort ensures early detection of complications like irritation or infection from the pessary.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Persistent fatigue, lasting over 6 months, is a hallmark symptom of chronic fatigue syndrome.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is taking an oral contraceptive. Which of the following findings is a contraindication for the use of oral contraceptives?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Headaches with aura is correct. Headaches with aura, a warning sign that can precede a migraine, are a contraindication for the use of oral contraceptives. This is because oral contraceptives increase the risk of stroke, especially in women who experience migraines with aura.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of pheochromocytoma. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypertension is a hallmark symptom of pheochromocytoma due to excessive catecholamine production.