ATI LPN
LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for furosemide. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Potassium: Furosemide is a loop diuretic that can cause hypokalemia due to increased potassium excretion. Generated rationale: Monitoring potassium levels is critical to prevent arrhythmias and muscle weakness associated with furosemide-induced electrolyte imbalances.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing laboratory findings for three clients. Which of the following laboratory results should the nurse expect for a client has pancreatitis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevated lipase: This is the most characteristic lab finding in pancreatitis. Lipase is an enzyme produced by the pancreas, and its levels rise significantly when the pancreas is inflamed.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a new diagnosis of glaucoma. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Use eye drops as prescribed: Medicated eye drops are the primary treatment to reduce intraocular pressure in glaucoma. Generated rationale: Consistent use of prescribed drops prevents optic nerve damage, critical for preserving vision in glaucoma.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is postoperative following a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: I should leave my steri-strips on until they fall off: Steri-strips are used to help close the incision site and should remain in place until they naturally fall off.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for montelukast. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Take the medication once daily in the evening: Montelukast is typically taken in the evening for long-term asthma control. Generated rationale: Evening dosing aligns with montelukast's mechanism to reduce nighttime asthma symptoms, optimizing efficacy.