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 omeprazole. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Omeprazole, a proton pump inhibitor, can cause diarrhea as a common side effect due to changes in gut flora.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a new diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Numbness in the feet suggests peripheral neuropathy, a complication of diabetes that requires prompt reporting to the provider for further evaluation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for metformin. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Metformin can cause a metallic taste, a common side effect that the client should be aware of when starting the medication.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for tamsulosin. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tamsulosin, an alpha-blocker, can cause orthostatic hypotension due to vasodilation, especially with the first dose.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has an indwelling catheter with a urinary drainage system. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Securing the tubing with adhesive tape to the lower abdomen is correct. For male clients, securing the catheter to the lower abdomen prevents urethral trauma and tension. For female clients, the catheter is typically secured to the inner thigh to minimize movement and irritation.