ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Exam 8 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who self-administers pilocarpine ophthalmic drops. Which of the following findings by the nurse indicates a systemic adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pilocarpine, a cholinergic agent, increases gastrointestinal motility, leading to diarrhea as a systemic adverse effect.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer amoxicillin 300 mg PO. The amount available is amoxicillin oral solution 250 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth/whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 6 mL
Rationale: Dose calculation: (300 mg × 5 mL) ÷ 250 mg = 6 mL.
Question 3 of 5
Stapedectomy is used to correct which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Stapedectomy treats otosclerosis, where abnormal bone growth impairs sound conduction.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about a tonometry examination with a client who has manifestations of glaucoma. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Tonometry measures intraocular pressure, a key factor in glaucoma management.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse notes that the health care provider has documented a diagnosis of presbycusis on a client's chart. The nurse understands that which describes this condition?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Presbycusis is age-related gradual hearing loss, primarily affecting higher frequencies.