ATI LPN
ATI LPN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Retake Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for a thyroid scan. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding iodine-rich foods for 2 weeks before a thyroid scan ensures accurate uptake of the radioactive tracer.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for oxybutynin. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oxybutynin, an anticholinergic, commonly causes dry mouth due to reduced salivary production.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for a nicotine patch. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Removing the patch at night reduces the risk of nicotine overdose and minimizes side effects like insomnia.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving a continuous tube feeding. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Positioning the client with the head of the bed elevated during feeding reduces the risk of aspiration, a critical safety measure.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for tamsulosin. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tamsulosin, an alpha-blocker, can cause orthostatic hypotension due to vasodilation, especially with the first dose.