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 sertraline. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Report suicidal thoughts immediately: Sertraline, an SSRI, carries a risk of increased suicidal ideation, especially early in treatment. Generated rationale: Early monitoring for suicidal thoughts is critical to ensure patient safety during antidepressant initiation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of deep vein thrombosis and is prescribed warfarin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoid foods high in vitamin K: Vitamin K can counteract warfarin's anticoagulant effect, and intake should be consistent and limited. Generated rationale: Warfarin's efficacy depends on stable vitamin K levels, making dietary instructions critical to maintain therapeutic anticoagulation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has placenta previa. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bright red vaginal bleeding: Bright red vaginal bleeding is the most characteristic finding in placenta previa.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is postoperative following a TURP procedure. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Avoid lifting objects heavier than 10 lb: Heavy lifting can strain the surgical site after a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), increasing the risk of bleeding or complications. Generated rationale: Restricting lifting protects the healing prostate and bladder neck, preventing hemorrhage or delayed recovery.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Morning stiffness: Rheumatoid arthritis causes prolonged joint stiffness, especially in the morning, due to inflammation. Generated rationale: Synovial inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis leads to stiffness, a hallmark symptom impacting daily function.