ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive predictor Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for clonidine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clonidine's sedative effect makes bedtime dosing optimal.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving IV magnesium sulfate. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a manifestation of magnesium toxicity?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Low urine output (<30 mL/hr) suggests magnesium toxicity, risking accumulation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting a health history from the guardian of a 4-year-old child. Which of the following statements by the guardian is the priority for the nurse to address?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Withdrawal after a daycare change may indicate emotional distress, requiring immediate exploration.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevating the bed head reduces reflux by preventing acid backflow during sleep.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is undergoing radiation therapy to the neck. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Avoiding cold exposure prevents vasoconstriction and potential tissue damage in the irradiated neck area.