ATI LPN
ATI LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Retake Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has acute cholecystitis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pain in the right upper abdomen is correct. Acute cholecystitis is the inflammation of the gallbladder, typically caused by gallstones blocking bile flow. This condition leads to severe right upper quadrant (RUQ) pain, often triggered by fatty meals and sometimes accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and fever.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse working in a rehabilitation unit is administering medications to two clients who have the same name. Which of the following identifiers should the nurse use to verify the identities of each client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Using the telephone numbers of the clients is correct. According to The Joint Commission's National Patient Safety Goals, at least two unique identifiers, such as date of birth and telephone number, should be used to verify client identity before administering medications to prevent errors.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for a mammogram. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Not wearing jewelry during a mammogram prevents interference with the imaging and ensures accurate results.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for a urodynamic study. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding urination before a urodynamic study ensures the bladder is full, allowing accurate assessment of bladder function.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of glaucoma. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Blurred vision is a common symptom of glaucoma due to increased intraocular pressure affecting the optic nerve.