ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive Predictor 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a newly licensed nurse about bowel sounds. Which of the following characteristics should the nurse use to describe hyperactive bowel sounds?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hyperactive bowel sounds are loud, high-pitched, and frequent, indicating increased motility, not decreased. They aren't linked to paralytic ileus or soft, infrequent sounds.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer eye drops to a child. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Applying pressure to the lacrimal punctum prevents systemic absorption of the drops. Side-lying isn't required, wiping outward prevents contamination, and flushing isn't standard pre-administration.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for atorvastatin. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Atorvastatin can cause muscle pain (myopathy), a key side effect to report. It's taken regardless of meals, cholesterol drops take weeks, and potassium isn't restricted.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for albuterol via nebulizer. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Albuterol can cause tachycardia, a side effect to monitor. Deep breaths are needed, dosing is typically 4-6 hr, and O2 sat is checked as needed.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for clonazepam. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clonazepam causes drowsiness, requiring monitoring. It's as prescribed (not always daily), taken without regard to meals, and respiratory checks aren't primary.