ATI LPN
ATI LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a hip replacement. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An abduction pillow prevents dislocation by maintaining hip alignment. Bending, warm compresses, and leg crossing increase dislocation risk.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has been admitted to the mental health unit. While reinforcing teaching about the client's prescribed medications, the nurse communicates truthfully about the adverse effects of the medications. Which of the following ethical concepts is the nurse exhibiting?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Veracity involves truthful communication. By honestly discussing medication side effects, the nurse upholds this principle, supporting informed decision-making.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the admission of a client who has varicella zoster. Which of the following interventions should the nurse plan to implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Varicella requires airborne precautions, including a negative-pressure room, to prevent spread. Aspirin risks Reye's syndrome, contact precautions alone are insufficient, and distance doesn't replace airborne measures.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has a new prescription for zolpidem. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a potential contraindication for this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Zolpidem can exacerbate sleepwalking, making it a contraindication. Migraines, sertraline, or allergies don't pose significant risks with zolpidem.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for sertraline. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sertraline's effects take weeks to manifest, showing understanding. Timing is flexible, sleepiness doesn't warrant stopping, and water intake is unaffected.