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 chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: COPD causes air trapping, leading to a barrel chest. Breath sounds may be diminished, RR is typically high, and sputum is common.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for atorvastatin. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Muscle pain is a known atorvastatin side effect (myopathy). It's taken at night, grapefruit juice increases toxicity, and dizziness isn't a reason to stop.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving IV fluids and has a new report of chest pain. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing vital signs first provides critical data to evaluate chest pain (e.g., tachycardia, hypotension), guiding further actions.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for lisinopril. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lisinopril, an ACE inhibitor, commonly causes a dry cough. Antacids aren't needed, BP should decrease, and potassium monitoring is key but not the focus here.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a suspected urinary tract infection. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Flank pain is common in UTIs, especially if the kidneys are involved. Frequency increases, urine is cloudy, and dysuria is typical.