ATI LPN
ATI PN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 - Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of alcoholism and reports abdominal pain. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Epigastric pain radiating to the back suggests pancreatitis, common in alcoholism, needing urgent reporting. Other findings are less specific or urgent.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for amitriptyline. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Amitriptyline, a tricyclic antidepressant, causes drowsiness. Effects take weeks, it's taken with food, and dry mouth isn't a reason to stop.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a chest tube connected to a water-seal drainage system. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Continuous bubbling in the water-seal chamber indicates an air leak, requiring immediate reporting. Fluctuation is normal, 50 mL/hr is typical, and no bubbling in suction is expected without suction.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for insulin glargine. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Insulin glargine is clear and long-acting with no peak. Mixing with short-acting insulin isn't recommended, and it's not meal-timed.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of migraines. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Migraines often cause photophobia (light sensitivity). Leg pain, cough, and fever are unrelated.