ATI LPN
LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for venlafaxine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Report increased anxiety: Venlafaxine, an SNRI, can initially worsen anxiety, requiring close monitoring. Generated rationale: Early side effects like anxiety may indicate the need for dose adjustment or additional support.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for ipratropium. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: Rinse mouth after use: Prevents oral candidiasis from inhaled ipratropium. Avoid using during an acute asthma attack: Ipratropium is not a rescue medication. Generated rationale: These instructions ensure safe use and clarify ipratropium's role in maintenance therapy.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a mastectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Encourage arm exercises on the affected side: Promotes mobility and prevents lymphedema. Keep the arm elevated when at rest: Reduces swelling. Generated rationale: These interventions support recovery by improving circulation and preventing complications like lymphedema.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for budesonide. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rinse mouth after inhalation: Budesonide, an inhaled corticosteroid, can cause oral thrush if not rinsed. Generated rationale: Rinsing removes residual medication, preventing fungal infections in the oral cavity.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of gout. Which of the following dietary instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoid purine-rich foods: Purines increase uric acid, worsening gout symptoms. Generated rationale: Reducing purine intake lowers uric acid production, helping to prevent gout flares.