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 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 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for epinephrine auto-injector PRN. The nurse should reinforce with the client that the medication can help treat which of the following manifestations?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Shortness of breath: Epinephrine is commonly used in emergencies, such as anaphylactic reactions, to alleviate shortness of breath, which occurs due to bronchoconstriction.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving chemotherapy. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: White blood cell count: Chemotherapy can cause leukopenia, increasing infection risk, necessitating close monitoring. Generated rationale: Myelosuppression from chemotherapy reduces immune defenses, making WBC monitoring critical to detect neutropenia.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for insulin glargine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: Administer the insulin at the same time each day: Consistency ensures stable blood glucose control. Store unopened vials in a cool, dark place: Proper storage maintains insulin potency. Generated rationale: Glargine requires daily timing for steady-state coverage and proper storage to prevent degradation, ensuring effective diabetes management.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing site care for a child who a gastrostomy enteral tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Secure the tubing to the child's abdomen: The proper method to secure a gastrostomy tube is to anchor the tubing to the child's abdomen with a specialized securing device or adhesive bandage.