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 fluoxetine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Take the medication at bedtime: Fluoxetine can cause insomnia, so taking it at night may minimize sleep disturbances. Generated rationale: Timing fluoxetine to avoid peak activity periods helps manage side effects, improving adherence and comfort.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for bupropion. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Report insomnia to the provider: Bupropion can cause insomnia as a common side effect, and this should be monitored and reported if significant. Generated rationale: Insomnia may require dose adjustment or timing changes, ensuring effective management of the client's condition.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a mastectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Encourage arm exercises on the affected side: Promotes mobility and prevents lymphedema. Keep the arm elevated when at rest: Reduces swelling. Generated rationale: These interventions support recovery by improving circulation and preventing complications like lymphedema.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving oxygen therapy via nasal cannula. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Check the nares for skin breakdown: Prolonged oxygen use can cause irritation or breakdown, requiring regular assessment. Generated rationale: Monitoring skin integrity prevents complications from pressure or dryness caused by the cannula.
Question 5 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.