ATI LPN
ATI PN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 - Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to test a client's plantar Babinski reflex. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give to prepare the client for this test?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Babinski reflex is tested by stroking the sole of the foot, eliciting toe response. Other options test different reflexes (Achilles, patellar, triceps).
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An abduction pillow prevents dislocation. Flexion, no devices, and full weight-bearing risk injury.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the admission of a client who has varicella zoster. Which of the following interventions should the nurse plan to implement?
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: A: Negative pressure prevents airborne spread of varicella. C: Contact precautions limit direct transmission. Distance alone (
B) isn't enough, and aspirin (
D) risks Reye's syndrome.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes 2000:
Client presents to emergency department and states, "I have been assaulted." Client was immediately placed in a treatment room.
2015:
"Client states they were out with friends this evening and had "a little too much to drink." Client states that they fell asleep at their friend's house and when they woke up all of their clothes were off and their genitals were sore. The client states, "I think someone had sex with me, but I don't remember anything." Client reports history of depression. Client is a full-time college student who lives with roommates. Client admits to drinking socially but denies illicit drug use and tobacco use.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the care of a client. Nurses' Notes 2000: Client presents to emergency department and states, 'I have been assaulted.' Client was immediately placed in a treatment room. 2015: 'Client states they were out with friends this evening and had a little too much to drink.' Client states that they fell asleep at their friend's house and when they woke up all of their clothes were off and their genitals were sore. The client states, 'I think someone had sex with me, but I don't remember anything.' Client reports history of depression. Client is a full-time college student who lives with roommates. Client admits to drinking socially but denies illicit drug use and tobacco use. Which of the following interventions should the nurse plan to implement? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C,D,E,F
Rationale: C: Case management coordinates support post-assault. D: A safe, private environment protects confidentiality. E: STI prophylaxis addresses assault risks. F: Support services aid recovery. A isn't relevant (client is an adult), and B isn't indicated (no alcohol addiction stated).
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Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for atorvastatin. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Muscle pain is a known atorvastatin side effect (myopathy). It's taken at night, grapefruit juice increases toxicity, and dizziness isn't a reason to stop.