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 lithium. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sodium: Lithium can cause hyponatremia, and monitoring sodium levels is essential to prevent toxicity. Generated rationale: Lithium's renal effects can disrupt sodium balance, requiring close monitoring to avoid adverse effects like confusion or seizures.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a new prescription for prednisone. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Monitor for signs of infection: Prednisone suppresses the immune system, increasing infection risk. Generated rationale: Corticosteroids like prednisone impair immune response, necessitating vigilance for signs of infection to ensure timely intervention.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Perform oral care every 4 hours: Regular oral care reduces bacterial growth in the mouth, decreasing the risk of pneumonia. Generated rationale: Oral hygiene minimizes colonization of pathogens that could be aspirated into the lungs, a key strategy in preventing ventilator-associated pneumonia.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 2 days postoperative following an above-the-knee amputation. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to promote progression toward independence and mobility for the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Encourage the client to use overbed trapeze: Encouraging the client to use an overbed trapeze is an appropriate intervention to promote independence and mobility after an above-the-knee amputation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for tamoxifen. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Report abnormal vaginal bleeding: Tamoxifen increases the risk of endometrial changes, including cancer, making bleeding a critical symptom to report. Generated rationale: Abnormal bleeding could indicate serious complications, requiring prompt evaluation to ensure patient safety.