ATI LPN
ATI LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Retake Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about a low-sodium diet with a client who has hypertension. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the instructions?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using frozen vegetables rather than canned is correct. Canned vegetables often contain added sodium for preservation, while frozen vegetables typically have little to no added salt, making them a healthier option.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who is receiving a blood transfusion. The nurse identifies that the client has urticaria and is wheezing. Which of the following types of transfusion reactions should the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An anaphylactic reaction is correct. Symptoms such as urticaria (hives) and wheezing indicate a severe allergic reaction, which can progress to anaphylaxis. This reaction is caused by a hypersensitivity to plasma proteins in the transfused blood and requires immediate intervention, including stopping the transfusion and administering epinephrine.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following abdominal surgery and has a wound evisceration. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Covering the wound with sterile, saline-soaked gauze is correct. Evisceration occurs when abdominal contents protrude through a surgical wound.
To prevent drying and further tissue damage, the nurse should immediately cover the exposed organs with sterile gauze moistened with saline to maintain moisture and reduce infection risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for NPH insulin 10 units and regular insulin 15 units subcutaneously. After injecting 10 units of air into the NPH insulin vial, which of the following actions should the nurse take next?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Injecting 15 units of air into the regular insulin vial is correct. When drawing up two types of insulin, the nurse should first inject air into the NPH (cloudy) insulin vial without withdrawing the medication.
Then, the nurse should inject air into the regular (clear) insulin vial before withdrawing the regular insulin. This prevents contamination and maintains proper insulin mixing procedures.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who recently gave birth to her first child. The newborn is crying, and the client states, 'I can't seem to do anything right. What should I do?' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Showing the mother how to swaddle and cuddle the baby, then letting her try is correct. This approach provides practical guidance and empowers the mother, helping her build confidence in her ability to care for her newborn.