ATI LPN
ATI PN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 - Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for prednisone. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Prednisone causes fluid retention and weight gain. It's taken with food, tapered off, and potassium isn't restricted.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a craniotomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Neuro checks detect complications post-craniotomy. HOB is elevated, heat risks swelling, and coughing increases ICP.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: COPD causes air trapping, leading to a barrel chest. Breath sounds may be diminished, RR is typically high, and sputum is common.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a new prescription for phenytoin. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Phenytoin causes gingival hyperplasia; monitoring is key. It's oral or IV, not IM, and glucose/massage aren't relevant.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a female client about contraception. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Condoms with spermicides enhance contraception effectiveness. Double condoms increase tearing risk, sponges need 6 hours post-intercourse, and petroleum jelly degrades latex condoms.