ATI LPN
ATI LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Retake Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for citalopram. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Citalopram, an SSRI, can cause insomnia due to its stimulatory effect on the central nervous system.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in an acute care facility is assisting with the development of an in-service about reducing environmental stressors to improve clients' sleep. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Wearing shoes with rubber soles is correct. Rubber-soled shoes reduce noise from footsteps, minimizing disturbances in client rooms and creating a quieter environment that promotes sleep.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of heart failure. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Orthopnea, difficulty breathing when lying flat, is common in heart failure due to fluid accumulation in the lungs.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for an adolescent who states, 'I joined the track and field team, so I won't argue with my brothers anymore.' The nurse should identify that the client is using which of the following defense mechanisms?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sublimation is correct. Sublimation is the process of channeling unacceptable impulses (such as frustration or aggression) into socially acceptable activities (such as sports or creative pursuits). By joining the track and field team instead of arguing with his brothers, the adolescent is redirecting energy into a positive outlet.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of esophageal varices. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hematemesis, vomiting blood, is a common symptom of esophageal varices due to portal hypertension.