ATI LPN
ATI LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Retake Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about palliative care to a client who has cancer. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Enhancing quality of life by promoting comfort is correct. Palliative care aims to relieve symptoms such as pain, nausea, and fatigue while supporting the client's emotional, psychological, and spiritual well-being.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for sumatriptan. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sumatriptan, a triptan, can cause chest pain or tightness, which may indicate vasoconstriction and requires monitoring.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of fibromyalgia. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chronic pain, often widespread, is a hallmark symptom of fibromyalgia affecting muscles and joints.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for zolpidem. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Zolpidem, a sedative-hypnotic, commonly causes drowsiness, which can affect safety and coordination.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of Addison's disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypotension is common in Addison's disease due to decreased cortisol and aldosterone levels affecting blood pressure regulation.