ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive predictor Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has end-stage kidney disease. The client has decided to stop dialysis treatment. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Supporting the client's decision respects their autonomy, a fundamental principle in end-of-life care.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has anorexia nervosa and a behavioral management plan in place. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication that the behavioral plan is effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Normal potassium levels suggest improved nutritional status, indicating the plan's effectiveness.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is at 24 weeks of gestation and has gestational diabetes. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Regular exercise helps regulate blood sugar in gestational diabetes.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who asks why her newborn is receiving a phytonadione injection. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Phytonadione (vitamin K) prevents neonatal vitamin K deficiency bleeding, a critical condition that can cause severe hemorrhage in newborns.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse on a medical-surgical unit is planning care for four clients. The nurse should plan to use sterile gloves when performing which of the following procedures?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sterile gloves are required for central venous catheter dressing changes to maintain sterility and prevent infection.