ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for nitroglycerin sublingual tablets. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A tingling sensation is normal with nitroglycerin, indicating proper absorption.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from 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 is a hallmark symptom of rheumatoid arthritis due to joint inflammation.
Extract:
Nurses’ Notes
Medical History
Preoperative
0730:
Client is scheduled for a left stapedectomy.
Pupils 3.5 mm, equal, round, and reactive to light.
Smile symmetrical.
Mucous membranes show color expected for client's skin tone and moist.
Speech clear.
Skin warm and dry.
Lungs clear bilaterally.
Apical heart rate regular at 78/min.
Postoperative
1230:
Pupils 3 mm, equal, and reactive to light.
Smile asymmetrical.
Mucous membranes pink.
Speech hoarse.
Client with left facial droop.
Skin warm and dry.
Client reports vertigo and nausea.
Bilateral breath sounds clear and present throughout.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following findings requires further action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D,E
Rationale: Facial droop and vertigo post-stapedectomy suggest nerve injury or inner ear complications.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is postoperative following a craniotomy. Which of the following positions should the nurse place the client in?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Semi-Fowler's position reduces intracranial pressure while promoting comfort post-craniotomy.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for omeprazole. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Omeprazole is most effective when taken 1 hour before meals, typically breakfast.