ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is educating a client who has been prescribed a 10-day course of antibiotics for a bacterial infection. The nurse emphasizes the importance of completing the full course and informs the client about the signs and symptoms of a superinfection. Which statement by the client indicates a correct understanding of the nurse's teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Finishing antibiotics prevents resistance; reporting symptoms like thrush indicates awareness of superinfections.
Question 2 of 5
A continuous heparin infusion is to begin at 15 units/kg/hr for a client weighing 82 kg. Available: 25,000 units of heparin in 250 mL D5W. Calculate the mL/hr. (the pump is capable of delivering in tenths of an mL).
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Total dose = 15 units/kg/hr × 82 kg = 1230 units/hr. Concentration = 25,000 units / 250 mL = 100 units/mL. Infusion rate = 1230 / 100 = 12.3 mL/hr.
Question 3 of 5
Calculate the following dosage using ratio and proportions method (Round answers to the nearest tenth). Order: Digoxin 0.375mg p. o. daily. Available: Digoxin (scored tablets) labeled 0.25mg
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tablets = 0.375 mg / 0.25 mg/tablet = 1.5 tablets.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse iS reinforcing teaching with a newly licensed nurse regarding sources of medication information. Which of the following resources should the nurse include as reliable references for the nurse to use to evaluate medication information? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: C,D,E,F
Rationale: C, D, E, F are evidence-based, reliable sources. A and B are not peer-reviewed or authoritative.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer clindamycin palmitate 225 mg PO to a client. Available iS clindamycin palmitate oral suspension 75 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Volume = 225 mg × (5 mL / 75 mg) = 15 mL.