ATI LPN
ATI LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for citalopram. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Citalopram can cause dry mouth, a side effect to anticipate. Timing is flexible, tyramine isn't a concern, and mood improvement takes weeks.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for atorvastatin. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: Atorvastatin requires liver monitoring due to hepatotoxicity risk and alcohol avoidance to reduce liver strain. It's taken at night, and stopping needs provider input.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has end-stage kidney disease. The client has decided to stop dialysis treatment. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Supporting the client's decision respects autonomy, a core ethical principle. Discussing with family, alternatives, or involving a chaplain are secondary to honoring the client's choice.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for gabapentin. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Gabapentin can cause drowsiness, requiring caution. Food intake is flexible, alcohol avoidance is prudent but secondary, and abrupt stopping risks symptom recurrence.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about preventing the transmission of hepatitis A. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The hepatitis A vaccine is the most effective prevention method. Cleaning surfaces, avoiding linens, or condoms are less specific to hepatitis A transmission.