ATI LPN
ATI PN fundamentals 2023 Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who refuses their morning dose of antihypertensive medication. The client tells the nurse, 'I'm not going to take this medication because it makes me sick and dizzy.' Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Informing about consequences first educates the client, supporting informed decision-making.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer ampicillin to a school-age child who weighs 55 lb. The provider prescribes 50 mg/kg/day in 4 equal doses. Available is ampicillin oral suspension 125 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer with each dose? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 12.5 mL
Rationale: 55 lb = 25 kg; 25 kg × 50 mg/kg/day = 1250 mg/day; 1250 mg ÷ 4 = 312.5 mg/dose; 312.5 mg ÷ (125 mg/5 mL) = 12.5 mL.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from an older adult client who lives alone. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sedentary behavior heightens risks like DVT and cardiovascular issues, making it the priority.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is contributing to a community center's in-service program about early detection of breast cancer. Which of the following recommendations should the nurse make for female clients who do not have a family history of breast cancer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Mammograms starting at 40 align with standard screening guidelines for average-risk women.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing end-of-life care to a client who is experiencing dyspnea. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A fan reduces breathlessness sensation, improving comfort in dyspnea.