ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Endocrine Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a dexamethasone 1.5 mg/kg/day PO to divide equally every 6 hr to a preschool-age child who weighs 22 lb. Available is dexamethasone oral solution 1 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 3.8 mL
Rationale: Convert 22 lb to 10 kg.
Total daily dose = 1.5 mg/kg/day * 10 kg = 15 mg/day. Dose per administration = 15 mg / 4 doses = 3.75 mg. Volume = 3.75 mg / 1 mg/mL = 3.75 mL, rounded to 3.8 mL.
Question 2 of 5
As part of a teaching plan in preparation for discharge, a patient with type 1 diabetes needs guidelines for exercise. Which guideline should be included?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Exercise consistency helps to maintain stable blood glucose levels and prevent fluctuations.
Question 3 of 5
A patient has been admitted to the hospital with the diagnosis of DKA. What vital signs should a nurse anticipate that the patient will exhibit?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In diabetic ketoacidosis (DK
A), clients typically exhibit tachycardia due to dehydration and deep, rapid Kussmaul respirations as the body attempts to correct the acidosis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a thyroidectomy. Which of the following is a priority for the nurse to monitor during the first 24 hr of care for this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Airway patency is the priority concern following a thyroidectomy due to the risk of swelling or bleeding that can compress the airway, leading to respiratory compromise.
Question 5 of 5
Which medication is used to treat hyperthyroidism?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Propylthiouracil (Propacil) is an antithyroid medication used to treat hyperthyroidism by inhibiting thyroid hormone synthesis.