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 oxycodone. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Oxycodone commonly causes constipation, requiring monitoring or prophylaxis. Grapefruit isn't relevant, respiration decreases, and driving caution is true but not the focus here.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in an adult day care facility is contributing to the plan of care for a client whose family reports recent confusion and memory loss. Which of the following strategies should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Symbols on signage aid navigation for clients with memory loss who may struggle with written language, enhancing orientation and independence. Low lighting increases confusion, multiple meal options can overwhelm, and confrontation may heighten agitation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a bowel resection. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Paralytic ileus (absent bowel sounds) is a risk post-bowel resection, requiring monitoring. Supine isn't needed, diet starts low-fiber, and coughing is encouraged with support.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for linezolid. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Linezolid risks serotonin syndrome (e.g., agitation), especially with other serotonergic drugs, requiring monitoring. It's given slowly IV, diluted in saline, and dosed daily.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for varenicline. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Varenicline, for smoking cessation, can cause mood changes (e.g., depression), requiring monitoring. It's taken with food, oral only, and glucose isn't affected.