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 isosorbide mononitrate. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Isosorbide mononitrate commonly causes headaches due to vasodilation, a side effect that may lessen over time. It's taken in the morning, skin color isn't affected, and milk isn't required.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for prednisone. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Prednisone, a corticosteroid, can cause hyperglycemia, requiring monitoring (e.g., glucose levels). Headaches don't warrant stopping, it's oral or slow IV, and BP is checked as needed.
Extract:
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client in a PACU. Provider Prescriptions
1100:
Oxygen 2 to 5 L/min via nasal cannula to maintain oxygen saturation greater than 92%.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client in a PACU. Provider Prescriptions 1100: Oxygen 2 to 5 L/min via nasal cannula to maintain oxygen saturation greater than 92%. Which of the following actions should the nurse take during the management of oxygenation for this client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: Adding a humidifier prevents nasal dryness, deep breathing enhances oxygenation, and checking nail beds detects cyanosis. Supine positioning isn't ideal for oxygenation, and a Venturi mask isn't prescribed here.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for clonazepam. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clonazepam causes drowsiness, requiring monitoring. It's as prescribed (not always daily), taken without regard to meals, and respiratory checks aren't primary.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for valsartan. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Valsartan can cause angioedema (swelling), requiring reporting. It's taken without regard to meals, doesn't change urine color, and cough is less common than with ACE inhibitors.