ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive Predictor 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for ketorolac IV. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ketorolac risks GI bleeding, requiring monitoring (e.g., melena). It's given over 15-30 seconds, diluted in saline, and BP isn't primary.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving a continuous IV infusion of insulin. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: IV insulin requires frequent glucose monitoring (e.g., every 1-4 hr) to titrate and prevent hypo/hyperglycemia. Site changes are less frequent, rate depends on orders, and heparin isn't routine.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for zolpidem. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Zolpidem can cause confusion, especially in older adults, requiring monitoring. It's PRN, taken without food, and respiratory checks aren't primary.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for prednisone. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Prednisone increases appetite due to corticosteroid effects. Headaches don't warrant stopping, skin doesn't turn blue, and it's taken with food to prevent GI upset.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is at risk for falls. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Calling for assistance reduces fall risk by ensuring support. High beds, socks only, and no band alone increase risk without addressing immediate safety.