ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamentals exam VI Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a client who has diarrhea. Which of the following findings is a manifestation of hypokalemia?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Muscle weakness is a key sign of hypokalemia from potassium loss in diarrhea, unlike bowel sounds, edema, or hypertension.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer an IM injection to a client using a medication from an ampule. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A filter needle prevents glass contamination, unlike bending (unsafe), flicking bottom (incorrect location), or withdrawing from the center (impractical).
Question 3 of 5
Magnesium is located primarily in the bones an inside cells. It is responsible for neuromuscular function. Normal magnesium (Mg+) level is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The normal magnesium level is 1.3-2.1 mEq/L, essential for neuromuscular function, unlike the other ranges which are too low or high.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer the hepatitis B vaccine to a client. Which of the following techniques should the nurse use to locate the deltoid muscle?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The deltoid is located 3 fingerbreadths below the acromion process on the lateral upper arm, not in the thigh or mid-arm.
Question 5 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.