ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive Predictor 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has heart failure and is taking furosemide. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the medication is effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Furosemide, a diuretic, is effective if it increases urinary output, reducing fluid overload in heart failure. Hemoglobin, BUN, and weight changes aren't direct indicators of its efficacy here.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for omeprazole. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Abdominal pain could signal a serious side effect (e.g., ulcer perforation) with omeprazole, requiring reporting. It's taken before meals, doesn't increase stools, and urine color isn't affected.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for celecoxib. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Celecoxib, an NSAID, increases bleeding risk, requiring monitoring (e.g., bruising). It's taken with food, urine color isn't affected, and stopping depends on the condition.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is administering a client's morning oral medications. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The 'three checks'—verifying medication with the record three times—prevents errors. Documentation occurs after administration, time-critical meds need tighter timing, and two identifiers are standard.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for duloxetine. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Duloxetine can cause drowsiness, so bedtime dosing is an option. Appetite changes take time, urine color isn't affected, and stopping abruptly risks withdrawal.