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 prednisone. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Prednisone suppresses immunity; live vaccines are contraindicated. Abrupt stopping risks adrenal crisis, it's taken with food, and weight gain is common.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to test a client's plantar Babinski reflex. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give to prepare the client for this test?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Babinski reflex is tested by stroking the sole of the foot, eliciting toe response. Other options test different reflexes (Achilles, patellar, triceps).
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving IV fluids and has a new report of chest pain. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing vital signs first provides critical data to evaluate chest pain (e.g., tachycardia, hypotension), guiding further actions.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about performing self-breast examinations. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using finger tips with firm pressure detects lumps effectively. Exams are best post-period, standing or sitting aids palpation, and nipples should be checked.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving a continuous IV infusion. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Monitoring infusion rate per shift ensures proper delivery. Site checks are more frequent, tubing changes vary (24–96 hr), and flushing depends on use.