ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive Predictor 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for linezolid. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Linezolid risks serotonin syndrome (e.g., agitation), especially with other serotonergic drugs, requiring monitoring. It's given slowly IV, diluted in saline, and dosed daily.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation via an endotracheal tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monitoring cuff pressure every 8 hours prevents tracheal damage from overinflation. Suctioning is as needed, securing isn't to the jaw, and prone positioning depends on condition.
Question 3 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.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer eye drops to a child. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Applying pressure to the lacrimal punctum prevents systemic absorption of the drops. Side-lying isn't required, wiping outward prevents contamination, and flushing isn't standard pre-administration.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for amitriptyline. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an adverse effect of the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Amitriptyline, a tricyclic antidepressant, commonly causes dry mouth due to anticholinergic effects. Energy may decrease, mood improves over time, and weight gain is more likely.