ATI LPN
ATI PN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 - Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for albuterol. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Albuterol causes tachycardia. It's for acute relief, rinsing is for steroids, and use continues as prescribed.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has gastroesophageal reflux disease. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Decreasing caffeine reduces reflux by relaxing the lower esophageal sphincter less. Lying down post-meal, large meals, and carbonated drinks worsen reflux.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a new prescription for ipratropium via inhaler. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ipratropium causes tachycardia; HR monitoring is key. Rinsing is for steroids, dosing is 4–6 hr, and glucose isn't affected.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for prednisone. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prednisone causes mood swings. It's taken with food, causes weight gain, and needs tapering.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a new prescription for levothyroxine. Which of the following statements by the client should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nervousness and jitteriness suggest possible levothyroxine overdose or hyperthyroidism, requiring provider attention.