ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive Predictor 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for amoxicillin. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Amoxicillin risks allergic reactions (e.g., rash, anaphylaxis), requiring monitoring. It's oral or slow IV, diluted in saline, and full course completion is needed.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving a continuous IV infusion of dopamine. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dopamine extravasation can cause tissue necrosis, requiring hourly checks. Site changes are less frequent, rate depends on orders, and heparin isn't routine.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for esomeprazole. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Abdominal pain could signal a serious issue (e.g., ulcer complication) with esomeprazole, requiring reporting. It's taken before meals, doesn't affect appetite, and drowsiness isn't typical.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for sumatriptan. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sumatriptan can cause chest pain (vasoconstriction), requiring monitoring. It's PRN for migraines, taken without regard to meals, and respiratory rate isn't primary.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a thyroidectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypocalcemia (e.g., tetany) is a risk post-thyroidectomy due to parathyroid damage, requiring monitoring. Supine isn't needed, diet adjusts later, and speaking isn't restricted.