ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 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 statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Unusual mood changes should be reported, as they may indicate adverse effects of citalopram.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with new parents about car seat safety. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Shoulder harnesses at or below the infant's shoulders ensure a secure fit in a rear-facing car seat, enhancing safety.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has pyelonephritis and receiving gentamicin via IV infusion. Which of the following manifestation should the nurse identify as an adverse effect of the treatment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Gentamicin, an aminoglycoside, can cause ototoxicity, with hearing loss being a significant adverse effect requiring monitoring.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with client who has diabetes mellitus and is taking insulin lispro and insulin glargine. Which the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Insulin lispro and insulin glargine should be administered separately, as mixing them in one syringe can affect their effectiveness and may cause inaccurate dosing. This ensures proper administration and action of both insulins.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is a long-term care facility is caring for a client who has methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Gloves prevent contact transmission of MRSA during direct care activities.