ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive Predictor 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for heparin therapy. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse plan to monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Heparin affects clotting via aPTT, which monitors its therapeutic effect. PT/INR is for warfarin, and platelets are checked for thrombocytopenia risk.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for venlafaxine. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Venlafaxine can increase blood pressure, requiring monitoring. It's taken with food, doesn't cause jaundice, and stopping abruptly risks withdrawal.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a craniotomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increased intracranial pressure is a risk post-craniotomy, requiring monitoring (e.g., pupil changes). Elevation, not flat positioning, gentle coughing, and no heat are standard.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a thyroidectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypocalcemia (e.g., tetany) is a risk post-thyroidectomy due to parathyroid damage, requiring monitoring. Supine isn't needed, diet adjusts later, and speaking isn't restricted.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for buspirone. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Buspirone can cause drowsiness, a side effect to monitor. It's taken with or without food, anxiety relief takes weeks, and grapefruit enhances levels, but drowsiness is key.