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 prescription for heparin. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Heparin's anticoagulant effect is monitored via PTT to ensure therapeutic dosing. Potassium, hemoglobin, or BUN aren't directly affected by heparin.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for simvastatin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: Simvastatin can cause myopathy (muscle pain) and interacts with grapefruit juice, increasing toxicity risk. It's taken at night, and dizziness doesn't warrant stopping.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing dietary teaching with a client whose pre-pregnancy BMI was 30.5. The nurse should include which of the following is an acceptable weight gain for this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: For a BMI of 30.5 (obese), a weight gain of 11-20 pounds is recommended. 16 pounds falls within this range, supporting healthy pregnancy outcomes without excess gain.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a craniotomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Frequent neurological checks detect complications like increased intracranial pressure early. Flat positioning risks pressure, vigorous coughing is avoided, and stool softeners prevent straining.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a cesarean birth. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A temperature of 38.5°C suggests infection, requiring reporting. Pain, delayed voiding, and moderate lochia are expected or less urgent.