ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamentals Exam III Questions
Extract:
A nurse is administering several medications via a client's gastrostomy tube
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is administering several medications via a client's gastrostomy tube. At which of the following times should the nurse flush with water? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: A. Flushing before medications ensures the tube is clear. B. Flushing after each medication ensures complete delivery and minimizes interactions. C. Flushing after multiple medications clears the tube.
Extract:
A nurse is preparing to administer enteral medication to a client who has a gastrostomy tube
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer enteral medication to a client who has a gastrostomy tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Measuring stomach contents is crucial before administering enteral medication to confirm the tube's placement and ensure medication reaches the stomach appropriately, preventing complications such as aspiration.
Extract:
A nurse is preparing to administer an otic medication to an adult client
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer an otic medication to an adult client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Warming the medication to room temperature before administration prevents discomfort and potential dizziness, making it the first action.
Extract:
A nurse is assisting with teaching a client about how to instill eye drops
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with teaching a client about how to instill eye drops. The nurse asks the client to explain the procedure in their own words. Which of the following types of teaching methods is the nurse using?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Teach-back is an effective teaching method where the nurse asks the client to explain the procedure back in their own words. This technique helps assess the client's understanding, clarify information, and reinforce learning.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking levothyroxine for hypothyroidism
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking levothyroxine for hypothyroidism. Which of the following indicates the client's dose is too high?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tachycardia is a classic sign of hyperthyroidism, which can occur if the client's dose of levothyroxine is too high, indicating excessive thyroid hormone.