ATI LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Exam 3

Extract:

Question 1 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for citalopram. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

A. You should take this medication at bedtime.B. You might experience dry mouth while taking this medication.C. You need to avoid tyramine-rich foods while taking this medication.D. You can expect symptom improvement within 48 hours.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Citalopram can cause dry mouth, a common side effect. Timing is flexible, tyramine isn't a concern, and effects take weeks.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for metoprolol. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

A. You should take this medication with a high-fiber meal.B. You might experience fatigue while taking this medication.C. You need to avoid caffeine while taking this medication.D. You can stop taking this medication if your blood pressure is normal.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Metoprolol can cause fatigue, a common side effect to monitor. Fiber meals, caffeine avoidance, or stopping abruptly aren't recommended.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for tramadol. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?

A. Take this medication with food to prevent nausea.B. You might experience constipation while taking this medication.C. You should avoid driving until you know how this medication affects you.D. You can increase the dose if your pain persists.

Correct Answer: B,C

Rationale: Tramadol can cause constipation, and its sedative effects warrant avoiding driving initially. Food may help nausea but isn't required, and dose increases need provider approval.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for esomeprazole. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

A. You should take this medication at bedtime.B. You might experience headache while taking this medication.C. You need to avoid dairy products while taking this medication.D. You can take this medication with an antacid for best results.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Esomeprazole can cause headaches, a side effect to monitor. It's taken before meals, dairy isn't restricted, and antacids don't enhance efficacy.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a continuous IV infusion. The nurse notes that the skin around the catheter's insertion site is edematous and cool. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?

A. Elevate the arm.B. Document the infiltration.C. Stop the infusion.D. Apply a warm compress.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Stopping the infusion is the priority to prevent further fluid infiltration, which can cause tissue damage. Elevation, documentation, and compresses follow after halting the infusion.

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