ATI LPN
Medication Administration Test Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which is known as the fifth vital sign?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pain is known as the fifth vital sign.
Question 2 of 5
Which advantage(s) does the unit dose drug distribution system include? (Select one that does not apply.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Because the pharmacist has a profile of all medications for each patient, he or she is able to analyze prescribed medications for each patient for drug interactions and contraindications. This is an advantage of the unit dose drug distribution system. Less waste of medications is an advantage of the unit dose drug distribution system. Because each dose is individually packaged, credit can be given to the patient for unused medications. There is increased pharmacist involvement and better use of his or her extensive drug knowledge and nursing personnel time is decreased with this method.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse transcribes an order to administer Valium 10 mg IV stat. This order is correctly interpreted by the nurse to mean it should be provided how? (Select one that does not apply.)
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The stat order is generally used on an emergency basis. It means that the drug is to be administered as soon as possible, but only once. IV indicates the route is intravenous. A PRN order means administer if needed. The order would specify divided doses and amount per dose if indicated.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a nursing student about giving liquid medications. Which statement by the student indicates understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: To measure liquid medications accurately, line up the bottom of the curve of the medication with the desired line on the syringe. Suspensions are liquids in which particles are mixed but not dissolved. As a general rule, elixirs do not require shaking; shaking may suspend air into the liquid and affect accurate dosing by volume. Many liquids require refrigeration.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer a rectal suppository antiparetic medication. Which action by the nurse is correct?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Patients should remain on their side for at least 5 minutes after insertion of suppositories. Softening the suppository is not indicated. Patients should lie on their left side, not the right. A water-soluble lubricant should be used.