ATI LPN
Medication Administration Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
When administering nasal spray, which instruction by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clear the nasal passages before receiving nasal spray. Blowing one’s nose after receiving the medication will remove the medication from the nasal passages. The patient will receive the spray while inhaling through the open nostril and needs to remain in a supine position for 5 minutes afterward.
Question 2 of 5
A client is admitted with a burn injury that involves the epidermis and part of the dermis. The nurse knows that this type of burn is classified as:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Partial-thickness burn is a burn that involves the epidermis and part of the dermis. It causes blisters, pain, and redness. It may heal spontaneously or require skin grafting depending on the depth and extent of the injury.
Question 3 of 5
A client has a venous ulcer on the lower leg that is treated with compression therapy. The nurse instructs the client to elevate the leg above the level of the heart whenever possible. What is the rationale for this instruction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: To reduce edema and venous pressure is the rationale for elevating the leg above the level of the heart whenever possible. Venous ulcers are caused by chronic venous insufficiency, which impairs venous return and causes blood pooling, increased venous pressure, and edema in the lower extremities. Elevation helps to facilitate venous return and reduce edema and venous pressure, which improves wound healing.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is evaluating a client's response to negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT). Which outcome indicates that the therapy is effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Decreased edema in the wound area indicates that NPWT is effective, as NPWT applies negative pressure (suction) to the wound, which removes excess fluid, reduces swelling, and improves blood circulation to the area.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a pressure ulcer on the sacrum. Which intervention should the nurse perform first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nurse should follow the ABCDE priority-setting framework when caring for a client with a pressure ulcer. The first priority is to address airway, breathing, and circulation (ABC) issues, which include relieving pressure on the wound to prevent further tissue damage and promote blood flow to the area.