ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive Predictor 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for tamsulosin. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tamsulosin can cause orthostatic hypotension, leading to dizziness, especially after the first dose. It's often taken at night, lowers BP, and weight gain isn't typical.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for loratadine. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Loratadine may cause mild drowsiness, so bedtime dosing is an option if needed. Appetite and skin color aren't affected, and stopping depends on symptom duration.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has herpes simplex. The nurse should plan to initiate which of the following isolation procedures when caring for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Herpes simplex spreads via direct contact, requiring contact precautions (gloves, gown). Droplet, airborne, and protective environments are for other transmission modes.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in an emergency department is assisting with the care of a client who reports chest pain and shortness of breath. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An ECG first assesses for cardiac ischemia or infarction, guiding urgent treatment. Oxygen, nitroglycerin, and IV access follow based on findings.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for hydrochlorothiazide. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hydrochlorothiazide can cause dizziness due to fluid loss or low BP. It's taken in the morning, decreases potassium, and orange juice is fine.