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 cesarean birth. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A temperature of 38.5°C suggests infection, requiring reporting. Pain, delayed voiding, and moderate lochia are expected or less urgent.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving IV gentamicin. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Decreased hearing suggests ototoxicity, a serious gentamicin side effect requiring reporting. Nausea, low urine output, and normal BP are less urgent.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for venlafaxine. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Venlafaxine can cause headaches, a common side effect. Food enhances absorption, caffeine isn't restricted, and relief takes weeks.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for levothyroxine. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Levothyroxine's effects take weeks to manifest, reflecting proper understanding. It's taken on an empty stomach, diet doesn't need altering, and antacids can interfere.
Question 5 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.