ATI LPN
ATI LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Retake Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for a urodynamic study. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding urination before a urodynamic study ensures the bladder is full, allowing accurate assessment of bladder function.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for fluoxetine. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fluoxetine, an SSRI, can cause insomnia due to its stimulatory effect on the central nervous system.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for levothyroxine. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Taking levothyroxine at the same time every day ensures consistent blood levels, optimizing its effectiveness in treating hypothyroidism.
Question 4 of 5
A client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus asks a nurse about beginning an exercise regimen. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Eating a piece of fruit before exercising is correct. A small carbohydrate snack before exercise helps prevent hypoglycemia, especially for clients with type 1 diabetes. The body requires glucose for energy, and exercise can lower blood sugar levels rapidly.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new diagnosis of hypothyroidism. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fatigue is a common symptom of hypothyroidism due to a slowed metabolism from decreased thyroid hormone production.