ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive Predictor 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for captopril. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Captopril, an ACE inhibitor, commonly causes a persistent dry cough, requiring monitoring and reporting if severe. It's an oral medication, not IV, and taken daily or as prescribed, not weekly.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving IV chemotherapy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Protective equipment (gown, gloves, mask) prevents exposure to hazardous chemotherapy drugs. Peripheral lines are used, checks should be hourly, and saline is standard for flushing.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a mastectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Arm exercises prevent lymphedema and stiffness post-mastectomy. Elevation, frequent infection checks, and sling use are standard.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for ondansetron. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ondansetron, an antiemetic, can cause constipation, requiring monitoring. It's given slowly IV, diluted in saline, and dosed as needed, not weekly.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is about to start using an albuterol metered-dose inhaler. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Proper inhaler technique requires closing the mouth around the mouthpiece to ensure medication reaches the lungs. Tilting the head forward, taking quick breaths, or exhaling immediately disrupts effective delivery.