ATI LPN
Medication Administration Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which statement(s) is/are true regarding the types of medication orders? (Select one that does not apply.)
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Standing orders state the frequency of medication dosages to be administered or indicate the time frame of administration. Renewal orders require the physician to review medications that have expired orders, as determined by facility policy. Renewal policies facilitate physician verification of the necessity to continue a medication beyond a usual time frame and help ensure patient safety. Single dose and stat orders are not the same. PRN medications are not ordered a mandatory number of times, although a maximum number might be specified.
Question 2 of 5
A patient asks the nurse why the provider has ordered a transdermal form of a medication. How will the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Transdermal patches provide more consistent blood levels. Cutting the patch is not recommended. Drugs given transdermally can still produce side effects and toxicity.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is performing tuberculin testing on a patient. Which action by the nurse is correct?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Intradermal injections should be given with a 25- to 27-gauge, 3/8\- to 5/8\"-long needle. The needle should be inserted at a 10- to 15-degree angle. The area should not be massaged. The nurse measures the area of induration not erythema."""
Question 4 of 5
Before administering any medication, what is the nurse's priority action regarding patient safety?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Verifying the patient's identity, using two identifiers, before administering any medication is essential for the patient's safety and reflects checking one of the 'Nine Rights' of medication administration. Documentation is done after the medications are given.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse needs to administer insulin subcutaneously to an obese patient. Which is the proper technique for this injection?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The proper technique for a subcutaneous injection for an obese patient is to pinch the skin at the site and inject the needle to below the skin fold at a 90-degree angle.