ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamentals exam VI Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with care of a client who has a prescription for 3,000 mL of intravenous fluids over the next 24 hr. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 3000 mL / 24 hr = 125 mL/hr ensures the prescribed volume is delivered accurately over 24 hours.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer penicillin IM to an adult client. Which of the following angles should the nurse use for injection into the client's ventrogluteal muscle?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A 90° angle ensures deep muscle penetration in the ventrogluteal site, unlike shallower angles suited for other injection types.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has gastroesophageal disease and a prescription for metoclopramide. For which of the following adverse effects should the monitor?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Blurred vision is a known adverse effect of metoclopramide due to CNS effects, unlike sedation, urinary retention, or hypertension which are less specific.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a continuous IV infusion through a short-peripheral device. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Changing IV solution every 48-72 hr reduces infection risk, unlike less frequent tubing changes or unnecessary frequent dressing/site checks.
Question 5 of 5
Before administering intravenous (IV) amoxicillin, the nurse should do what?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing for allergies prevents severe reactions to amoxicillin, taking priority over flushing, I&O review, or creatinine clearance unless specifically indicated.