ATI LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Exam 3

Extract:

Question 1 of 5

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

A. Take this insulin with meals.B. You might gain weight while taking this insulin.C. Shake the vial before drawing up the insulin.D. Use this insulin only when your blood sugar is high.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Insulin glargine can cause weight gain, a side effect to monitor. It's taken daily, not with meals, shaking is avoided, and it's not for acute highs.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving IV vancomycin. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?

A. The client reports mild itching.B. The client's urine output is 40 mL/hr.C. The client's infusion site is red and warm.D. The client's blood pressure is 130/80 mm Hg.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Redness and warmth at the infusion site suggest phlebitis or infiltration, requiring reporting. Itching, normal urine output, and stable BP are less concerning.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving IV gentamicin. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A. Monitor the client's hearing.B. Administer the medication over 15 min.C. Check the client's blood glucose levels.D. Instruct the client to increase fluid intake.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Gentamicin risks ototoxicity, so hearing monitoring is critical. It's infused slowly, glucose isn't affected, and fluid intake depends on condition.

Question 4 of 5

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

A. Take this medication every morning.B. You might experience a rapid heartbeat.C. You need to rinse your mouth after using this medication.D. You should use this medication to prevent asthma attacks.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Albuterol can cause tachycardia, a side effect to anticipate. It's used as needed, not daily, mouth rinsing is for steroids, and it treats, not prevents, attacks.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client in bed and begins experiencing a tonic-clonic seizure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A. Insert an oral airway into the client's mouth.B. Lower the side rails of the bed when the seizure begins.C. Measure the duration of the seizure.D. Restrain the client's arms and legs to prevent injury.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Measuring seizure duration aids in assessing severity and guiding treatment. Inserting airways, lowering rails, or restraining can cause injury or complications.

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