ATI LPN
ATI LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving chemotherapy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Monitoring WBC count detects neutropenia, critical for infection prevention. Raw produce risks infection, antipyretics aren't routine, and handwashing is essential.
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 caring for a client who is postoperative following a cholecystectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A temperature of 38.2°C suggests infection, requiring reporting. Shoulder pain is referred pain, no bowel movement is expected, and slight redness is normal.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a thyroidectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Thyroidectomy risks hypoparathyroidism, leading to hypocalcemia, which can cause tetany or seizures. Hypotension, hyperglycemia, or bradycardia aren't primary concerns.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is completing documentation in the medical record about a client who fell on the floor. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the documentation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Documenting the client's statement provides an accurate account of the incident. Incident reports, blame, or injury absence are inappropriate for the medical record.