ATI LPN
LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is starting chemotherapy and is concerned about hair loss. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Let's discuss some head-covering options to help you feel comfortable: This response addresses the client's concern empathetically and offers practical solutions. Generated rationale: Acknowledging hair loss concerns and providing options like wigs or scarves supports emotional well-being during chemotherapy.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for atorvastatin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Report muscle pain to the provider: Muscle pain can indicate myopathy, a serious side effect of statins like atorvastatin. Generated rationale: Myopathy or rhabdomyolysis is a rare but severe complication of statins, requiring prompt reporting to prevent further harm.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a new diagnosis of cirrhosis. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ammonia: Elevated ammonia levels in cirrhosis indicate impaired liver function and risk of hepatic encephalopathy. Generated rationale: Monitoring ammonia helps detect neurological complications, critical in managing advanced liver disease.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the guardian of a 2-month-old infant about immunizations. Which of the following statements by a guardian indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: My baby will receive the rotavirus immunization orally: The rotavirus vaccine is given orally in two or three doses depending on the specific vaccine used (Rotarix or RotaTeq). The vaccine is administered in the mouth and helps protect against rotavirus infections.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking multiple medications and asks about possible interactions. To which of the following members of the interdisciplinary team should the nurse make a referral?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Advanced practice nurse: An advanced practice nurse (APN), such as a nurse practitioner or clinical nurse specialist, has advanced training in diagnosing, managing, and prescribing medications.