ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive Predictor 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for clonidine. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clonidine often causes drowsiness, requiring monitoring. It's oral or slow IV, diluted in saline if IV, and dosed daily or as prescribed, not weekly.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a new parent about bathing her newborn. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sponge baths are recommended until the umbilical cord falls off to prevent infection or irritation. Talcum powder poses a respiratory risk, alkaline soap irritates skin, and water should be around 98°F, not 96°F.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving continuous bladder irrigation following a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bright red blood in urine post-TURP signals bleeding, requiring monitoring. Output checks are more frequent, rate varies, and tubing stays below bladder level.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in an acute care setting is assisting in collecting client information to include in a referral for a physical therapist. Which of the following information should the nurse plan to include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Physical assessment findings (e.g., range of motion, strength) are critical for a PT referral to tailor treatment. Family history, prior meds, and insurance claims are less directly relevant.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a below-the-knee amputation. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Infection (e.g., redness, fever) is a risk post-amputation, requiring monitoring. Elevation reduces swelling, not dependent positioning, and heat isn't standard.