ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Level 2 Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer amoxicillin 350 mg PO. Available is amoxicillin 250 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round to the nearest whole number.)
Correct Answer: 7 mL
Rationale:
To calculate the volume to administer, use the formula: (required dose / available dose) x volume. Here, (350 mg / 250 mg) x 5 mL = 7 mL.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a wound on their leg. During the nurse's assessment, the client explains that he is not feeling well. The nurse knows that a systemic response to a wound infection would be?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hyperthermia (fever) is a systemic response to infection, indicating the body's immune system is fighting the infection.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is a common sign of wound sepsis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fever and chills are systemic signs of sepsis, reflecting the body's response to a severe infection.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is transporting a patient with active tuberculosis (TB) to radiology. Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: TB is airborne, and an N95 mask on the patient prevents the spread of infectious particles.
Question 5 of 5
When performing dressing changes in an older client, what should the nurse assess for?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Older adults are prone to infections due to weakened immune systems, making it critical to assess for signs like redness or drainage.