ATI LPN
ATI LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Retake Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is at 32 weeks of gestation and is experiencing preterm labor. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A tightening of the abdomen indicates uterine contractions, a hallmark of preterm labor, which the nurse should expect at 32 weeks of gestation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has gastroesophageal reflux disease. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Remaining upright after eating reduces acid reflux by preventing stomach contents from flowing back into the esophagus, aiding in GERD management.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for a colonoscopy. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Drinking a laxative solution the day before a colonoscopy is necessary to clear the colon, ensuring a clear view during the procedure.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a new diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Numbness in the feet suggests peripheral neuropathy, a complication of diabetes that requires prompt reporting to the provider for further evaluation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is postoperative following a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding heavy lifting for 4 to 6 weeks prevents strain on the surgical site, promoting healing after a laparoscopic cholecystectomy.