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 IV fluids with potassium chloride. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An irregular heart rate suggests hyperkalemia or arrhythmia, requiring reporting. Mild discomfort, normal urine output, and stable BP are less concerning.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for escitalopram. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Escitalopram can cause sweating, showing understanding. Timing is flexible, dairy isn't restricted, and symptom relief takes weeks.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a bowel resection. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ambulation prevents complications like ileus and thromboembolism. Coughing aids lung function, warm compresses risk infection, and diuretics aren't routine.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for pantoprazole. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pantoprazole can cause diarrhea, a side effect to monitor. It's taken before meals, antacids aren't needed, and stopping early risks relapse.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a total knee arthroplasty. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A temperature of 38.3°C suggests infection, requiring reporting. Mild pain, slight swelling, and good flexion are expected post-arthroplasty.