ATI LPN
LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for valsartan. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Report swelling of the face or throat: Valsartan, an ARB, can rarely cause angioedema, a medical emergency requiring immediate reporting. Generated rationale: Angioedema is a life-threatening side effect, necessitating prompt recognition and treatment.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a cholecystectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report immediately?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clay-colored stools: This may indicate bile duct obstruction, a serious complication requiring immediate evaluation. Generated rationale: Absence of bile in the stool suggests a blockage post-cholecystectomy, which could lead to jaundice or pancreatitis if untreated.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for clopidogrel. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Report unusual bleeding: Clopidogrel, an antiplatelet drug, increases bleeding risk, and any unusual bleeding should be reported. Generated rationale: Antiplatelet therapy heightens bleeding susceptibility, necessitating vigilance for signs of hemorrhage.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a new diagnosis of anemia. Which of the following dietary instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increase iron-rich foods: Iron deficiency is a common cause of anemia, and dietary iron helps improve hemoglobin levels. Generated rationale: Iron-rich foods like red meat and spinach support erythropoiesis, addressing anemia's underlying cause.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for budesonide. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rinse mouth after inhalation: Budesonide, an inhaled corticosteroid, can cause oral thrush if not rinsed. Generated rationale: Rinsing removes residual medication, preventing fungal infections in the oral cavity.