ATI LPN
LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing site care for a child who a gastrostomy enteral tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Secure the tubing to the child's abdomen: The proper method to secure a gastrostomy tube is to anchor the tubing to the child's abdomen with a specialized securing device or adhesive bandage.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving peritoneal dialysis. Which of the following findings should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cloudy dialysate outflow: Cloudy effluent suggests infection, such as peritonitis, requiring urgent evaluation. Generated rationale: Peritonitis is a serious complication of peritoneal dialysis, and cloudy dialysate is a key indicator needing immediate intervention.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for levothyroxine. Which of the following laboratory tests should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH): TSH is the most important laboratory test to monitor in a client taking levothyroxine, as this medication is used to replace or supplement thyroid hormone levels. Levothyroxine directly affects thyroid hormone levels in the body, so monitoring TSH levels is essential for determining whether the medication dosage needs to be adjusted.
Extract:
1230:
0.9% sodium chloride 500 mL bolus then 100 mL/hr.
Type and cross match for 2 units of packed RBCs.
Repeat WBC, hemoglobin, and hematocrit STAT.
Delay endoscopy.
2 L/min O2 via nasal cannula.
1330:
2 units packed RBCs IV over 4 hr.
Repeat WBC, hemoglobin, and hematocrit at transfusion
completion STAT.
The nurse is reviewing the client's medical record.
The nurse is assisting with the care the client prior to a blood transfusion
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assisting with the care the client prior to a blood transfusion. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Ensure two nurses confirm the information on the blood label: Before initiating a blood transfusion, two nurses must verify the client's identity, blood type, and compatibility with the donor blood. Obtain a large-bore IV catheter: A large-bore IV catheter (18 20 gauge) is necessary to facilitate the transfusion of packed red blood cells. Witness the client signing a consent for transfusion: A blood transfusion is an invasive procedure requiring informed consent.
Extract:
0900:
Client reports, "I'm bloated and my stomach hurts."
History of prior illness:
Client reports a 3-week history of gnawing abdominal pain. Client states, "It's a burning sensation that radiates to my back. I think I've lost a little weight too." Reports one episode of dark, tarry stool. No vomiting. Client reports pain is worse about 1hr after eating a meal and pain is worsened by eating.
Past Medical History: osteoarthritis
Social History: recently divorced, drinks in moderation (3 to 4 drinks per week), smokes tobacco
Current Medications: Ibuprofen 800 mg three times daily PRN arthritis pain
General: client appears uncomfortable, diaphoretic head, ears, eyes, nose, and throat (HEENT): oropharynx clear, mucous membranes moist and pale
Respiratory: bilateral breath sounds clear
Gastrointestinal: epigastric tenderness to palpation, no rebound tenderness
Question 5 of 5
The nurse anticipates the client will likely require ____ as evidenced by the client's ____ and ____.
| proton pump inhibitor therapy |
| blood transfusion |
| antibiotic therapy |
| surgical intervention |
| intravenous fluid resuscitation |
| low hemoglobin |
| low hematocrit |
Correct Answer: B,F,G
Rationale: The nurse anticipates the client will likely require blood transfusion as evidenced by the client's low hemoglobin and low hematocrit.