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 insulin glargine. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Insulin glargine requires consistent timing for steady blood sugar control. Shaking clouds it, hypoglycemia is rare at night with glargine, and it shouldn't be mixed.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for lorazepam 0.5 mg PO PRN for anxiety. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lorazepam causes drowsiness, a key side effect to monitor. Grapefruit isn't relevant, it's PRN not daily, and BP isn't directly affected.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in an acute care setting is assisting in collecting client information to include in a referral for a physical therapist. Which of the following information should the nurse plan to include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Physical assessment findings (e.g., range of motion, strength) are critical for a PT referral to tailor treatment. Family history, prior meds, and insurance claims are less directly relevant.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has paranoid schizophrenia and believes that they are being followed by FBI agents who are pretending to be psychiatric staff. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acknowledging the client's fears with empathy ('This must be very frightening for you') validates their feelings and builds trust, encouraging further discussion. Denying beliefs outright or questioning them confrontationally can increase distrust and defensiveness.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a total knee arthroplasty. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ice packs reduce swelling and pain post-arthroplasty. Elevation, frequent bleeding checks, and CPM use are standard.