ATI PN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 - Exam 1

Extract:

Question 1 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for levofloxacin. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

A. Take this medication with milkB. You might experience tendon painC. You can stop this medication after 3 daysD. You should take this medication with an antacid

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Levofloxacin risks tendonitis. Milk and antacids reduce absorption, and full course is needed.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for omeprazole. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A. I should take this medication with foodB. I might experience increased appetiteC. I should report black, tarry stools to my providerD. I will take this medication twice daily before meals

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Black, tarry stools indicate GI bleeding, a serious omeprazole side effect. It's taken before meals, may cause nausea (not appetite), and dosing varies.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for warfarin. Which of the following over-the-counter medications should the nurse instruct the client to avoid?

A. AcetaminophenB. IbuprofenC. DiphenhydramineD. Loperamide

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Ibuprofen increases bleeding risk with warfarin by affecting platelets and GI mucosa. Others have minimal interaction.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is at 36 weeks of gestation and is about to undergo an amniocentesis. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?

A. You will need to have a full bladder for this procedureB. You might feel some pressure during the procedureC. You should not eat or drink anything 8 hr prior to the procedureD. You will feel a burning sensation when the needle is inserted

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Pressure is common during amniocentesis as the needle enters the uterus. A full bladder isn't needed (unlike ultrasound), fasting isn't required, and burning isn't typical.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for bupropion. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A. I should take this medication at bedtimeB. I might experience difficulty sleepingC. I can expect immediate mood improvementD. I should avoid caffeine while taking this medication

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Bupropion causes insomnia. Morning dosing is typical, effects take weeks, and caffeine isn't contraindicated.