ATI LPN
LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is 2 days postpartum. The client tells the nurse she cannot afford to pay for baby formula. The nurse should refer the client to which of the following members of the interprofessional team?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Case manager: The case manager is the most appropriate team member to refer to in this situation. A case manager is responsible for assessing the client's needs and connecting them with resources such as financial assistance, community support programs, or social services.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is supervising an assistive personnel (AP) who is applying antiembolic stockings for a client. Which of the following actions by the AP requires intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ensuring that creases in the stockings on the front of the client's legs: This action requires intervention. The stockings should be applied smoothly and without any wrinkles or creases, as these can cause pressure points that may lead to skin irritation, impaired circulation, or discomfort for the client.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a parent of a child who has asthma about the administration of montelukast. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: I will give this medication to my child once daily in the evening: Montelukast is typically taken once daily in the evening. It helps to reduce inflammation and prevent asthma symptoms, and taking it in the evening aligns with the medication's intended use for long-term control of asthma.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about healthy lifestyle changes with a female client who has mild hypertension. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: I should decrease my salt intake to 2 grams per day: For clients with hypertension, a reduced salt intake is essential in managing blood pressure. The general recommendation is to limit sodium intake to less than 2,300 milligrams per day (about 2.3 grams), with an ideal target of 1,500 milligrams per day for individuals with hypertension or those at risk.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is discussing home care concerns with the son of a client who has Alzheimer's disease. The son states, 'I am so tired all the time, but Mom needs me.' Which of the following responses should nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Let me give you some information about respite care for your mother: Respite care provides temporary relief for family caregivers, allowing them time to rest and recharge. It is a supportive approach that acknowledges the son's exhaustion and provides him with a helpful resource.