ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive Predictor 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for clopidogrel. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clopidogrel increases bleeding risk, leading to more bruising. It's taken regardless of meals, black stools signal GI bleeding (not typical), and grapefruit isn't a concern.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for lorazepam 0.5 mg PO PRN for anxiety. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lorazepam causes drowsiness, a key side effect to monitor. Grapefruit isn't relevant, it's PRN not daily, and BP isn't directly affected.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a gastrectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dumping syndrome (rapid gastric emptying) is a risk post-gastrectomy, requiring monitoring. Supine isn't needed, diet starts low-carb, and fluid timing varies.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for sertraline. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sertraline, an SSRI, can cause drowsiness, a common side effect. It's taken with or without food, mood improves in weeks, and tyramine restriction is for MAOIs.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for phenytoin. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an adverse effect of the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Phenytoin commonly causes gingival hyperplasia, a notable side effect. Appetite and weight aren't typically affected, and seizure control is the goal, not an adverse effect.