ATI LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Exam 3

Extract:

Question 1 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about advanced directives. Which of the following information should the nurse include?

A. Your health care surrogate will make decisions on your behalf if you are unable.B. Once you have completed a living will, it cannot be changed.C. You will need an attorney to appoint a health care surrogate.D. You should appoint a family member as your health care surrogate.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: A health care surrogate makes decisions if the client is incapacitated, ensuring their wishes are followed. Living wills can be changed, attorneys aren't required, and surrogates need not be family.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for lorazepam. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

A. Take this medication every morning.B. You might feel dizzy while taking this medication.C. You need to increase your fluid intake.D. You can take this medication with an antacid.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Lorazepam can cause dizziness, a safety concern. Timing varies, fluid increase isn't needed, and antacids don't interact significantly.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for citalopram. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

A. You should take this medication at bedtime.B. You might experience dry mouth while taking this medication.C. You need to avoid tyramine-rich foods while taking this medication.D. You can expect symptom improvement within 48 hours.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Citalopram can cause dry mouth, a common side effect. Timing is flexible, tyramine isn't a concern, and effects take weeks.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for warfarin. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

A. You should avoid eating spinach and kale.B. You can take ibuprofen for a headache.C. You should take the medication at bedtime.D. You can continue to participate in contact sports.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Spinach and kale, high in vitamin K, can interfere with warfarin's anticoagulant effect. Ibuprofen, variable dosing times, or contact sports increase bleeding risks.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for clopidogrel. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

A. Take this medication with food to prevent stomach upset.B. You might experience bruising more easily.C. You need to avoid eating citrus fruits.D. You should take this medication at bedtime.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Clopidogrel increases bleeding risk, leading to easy bruising. Food isn't required, citrus isn't restricted, and timing is flexible.

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