ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a parent of a child who has asthma about the administration of montelukast. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Montelukast is taken once daily in the evening to prevent asthma symptoms, aligning with its use for long-term control.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse preparing incoming storm. Which of the following clients should the nurse recommend for discharge planning?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A new diabetes diagnosis requires education for home management, making discharge planning appropriate.
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 a long-term care facility is caring for a client who has methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Gloves prevent contact transmission of MRSA during direct care activities.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing laboratory findings for three clients. Which of the following laboratory results should the nurse expect for a client has pancreatitis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevated lipase is a hallmark of pancreatitis, confirming inflammation of the pancreas.