ATI LPN
ATI PN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Exam 4 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for lisinopril. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lisinopril can cause a dry cough, needing monitoring. It's taken without food, doesn't cause weight gain, and missed doses aren't doubled.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a continuous heparin infusion. Which of the following actions should the nurse take if the IV site becomes infiltrated?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stopping the infusion prevents further tissue damage from heparin infiltration. Warm compresses, increased rate, and elevation worsen the issue.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a history of diverticulitis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diverticulitis typically causes left lower quadrant pain due to sigmoid colon inflammation. Right-sided pain, rashes, and fever are less specific.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is starting a Mediterranean diet. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Olive oil is a staple of the Mediterranean diet, promoting heart health. Red meat, processed cereals, and fried foods are discouraged.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for metoprolol. Which of the following findings should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Metoprolol, a beta-blocker, can lower heart rate, requiring monitoring. Glucose, potassium, and weight are less directly affected.