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 mechanical ventilation via an endotracheal tube. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A cuff pressure of 35 cm H2O (above 20-30 cm H2O) risks tracheal damage, requiring reporting. Normal saturation, respiratory rate, and temperature are unremarkable.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a preschooler who recently experienced the death of a parent. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as consistent with this age group?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Preschoolers often believe death is a punishment due to magical thinking. Understanding permanence or universal death is beyond their developmental stage.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has thrombocytopenia. The nurse should identify which of the following findings increases the client's risk for injury.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A firm-bristled toothbrush risks gum bleeding in thrombocytopenia. Masks, sleep, or vegetables don't increase injury risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for a colonoscopy. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A sedative is used to ensure comfort during a colonoscopy. Clear liquids are required only 1-2 days prior, no food is allowed the morning of, and antibiotics aren't standard.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for metformin. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Metformin can cause a metallic taste, a side effect to anticipate. It's taken with meals, protein limits aren't needed, and shakiness requires glucose, not stopping.