ATI LPN
PN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
Extract:
Admission Assessment
Vital Signs
Nurses' Notes
1400:
Client's history includes cigarette smoking, for 50 years but quit 3years ago, Parkinson's disease, and anxiety, Yesterday, client reported "feeling bad.' Client is alert and oriented to self, reports upper chest discomfort, and is coughing up thick clear sputum.
A nurse is assisting in the care of an older adult client who was admitted
Question 1 of 5
Select the 3 findings that require immediate follow-up.
| Chronic health condition |
| Current level of consciousness |
| Oxygen saturation level |
| Heart rate |
| Respiratory rate |
| Tremors |
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Altered consciousness, low oxygen saturation, and tachypnea suggest respiratory compromise needing urgent evaluation.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about healthy lifestyle changes with a female client who has mild hypertension. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reducing sodium intake to less than 2,300 mg per day (ideally 1,500 mg for hypertension) helps lower blood pressure and prevent complications.
Question 3 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.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing care to a client who is immunocompromised. Which of the following should the nurse identify as possible source of infection?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Soiled linens on the floor can harbor pathogens, posing an infection risk to immunocompromised clients.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for insulin glargine. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Insulin glargine is administered at the same time daily for consistent basal coverage.