ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer acetaminophen 10/mg/kg PO to a preschool child for fever. The child weighs 22 lb . Available is acetaminophen liquid 160mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Weight = 22 lb × 0.453592 = 9.98 kg. Dose = 10 mg/kg × 9.98 kg = 99.8 mg. Volume = 99.8 mg × (5 mL / 160 mg) = 3.12 mL, rounded to 3.1 mL.
Question 2 of 5
When administering an antianginal drug such as nitroglycerin (NTG) the nurse identifies which as the most common response.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Nitroglycerin causes vasodilation, leading to hypotension.
Question 3 of 5
Low-density lipoproteins (LDLs) are the so-called 'bad' lipoproteins. Which statement best reflects why high levels of LDL are considered unhealthy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: High LDL contributes to atherosclerosis, increasing heart disease risk.
Question 4 of 5
Before drug reconstitution, the nurse would check the drug circular and/or drug label for instructions. After a drug has been reconstituted and additional doses are available, which information would the nurse write on the drug label? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: B: Specifies diluent used. C: Ensures timely use. D: Identifies preparer.
Question 5 of 5
A client who is taking digoxin asks the nurse if they can take an antacid for heartburn. What is the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Antacids reduce digoxin absorption; spacing by 2 hours prevents interaction.