ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive predictor Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has herpes simplex. The nurse should plan to initiate which of the following isolation procedures when caring for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Contact precautions prevent herpes simplex transmission through direct or indirect contact.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for doxycycline. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Doxycycline causes photosensitivity, so sun exposure should be avoided.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation and has an endotracheal tube in place. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Monitoring cuff pressure prevents tracheal damage from overinflation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for phenytoin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Alcohol can interact with phenytoin, reducing efficacy and increasing toxicity.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of breast cancer. The client states, 'I don't understand why this is happening to me.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Acknowledging confusion and inviting discussion supports emotional processing.