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 prednisone. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Prednisone, a corticosteroid, can cause hyperglycemia, requiring monitoring (e.g., glucose levels). Headaches don't warrant stopping, it's oral or slow IV, and BP is checked as needed.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for methotrexate. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Methotrexate can cause mouth sores, a side effect to monitor. Milk isn't required, energy may decrease, and alcohol avoidance is true but not the focus here.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for lisinopril. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lisinopril can cause angioedema (swelling of lips/face), requiring immediate reporting. Potassium increase isn't needed, urine color doesn't change, and timing is flexible.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for risedronate. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Remaining upright for 30 minutes prevents esophageal irritation from risedronate. It's taken in the morning, rash isn't common, and milk interferes with absorption.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving peritoneal dialysis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Monitoring for peritonitis (e.g., cloudy effluent, pain) is key in peritoneal dialysis. Dialysate is warmed to body temp (37°
C), heparin may be added, and saline flushes are used.