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 coronary artery bypass graft. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A temperature of 38.4°C suggests infection, requiring reporting. Chest discomfort, minimal drainage, and normal BP are expected or less urgent.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for metformin. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: Metformin requires frequent glucose monitoring and alcohol avoidance to prevent lactic acidosis. It's taken with food, and stopping needs provider approval.
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
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving continuous bladder irrigation. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Checking irrigation fluid for blood ensures patency and detects bleeding. Hourly output is excessive, manual irrigation isn't routine, and oral intake depends on orders.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a total knee arthroplasty. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A CPM machine promotes mobility and prevents stiffness as prescribed. Flexion timing varies, dependent positioning increases swelling, and diuretics aren't routine.