ATI LPN
ATI LPN fundamentals 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer ampicillin to a school-age child who weighs 55 lb. The provider prescribes 50 mg/kg/day in 4 equal doses. Available is ampicillin oral suspension 125 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer with each dose? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 5
Rationale: 55 lb = 25 kg; 50 mg/kg/day = 1250 mg/day; 1250 mg / 4 doses = 312.5 mg/dose; 312.5 mg ÷ 125 mg/5 mL = 12.5 mL/day; 12.5 ÷ 4 = 3.125 mL, rounded to 5 mL.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing a teaching plan regarding proper lifting with a client. Which of the following strategies should the nurse include to prevent back injury when lifting an object?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tightening abdominal muscles stabilizes the spine, reducing back injury risk during lifting.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is inserting an indwelling urinary catheter for a male client. After inserting the catheter 15 cm (6 in), the nurse feels resistance and no urine flows through the catheter. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Twisting gently can navigate resistance (e.g., prostate) without forcing or inflating prematurely.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is confused and has a prescription for wrist restraints. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ensuring two fingers fit under restraints prevents excessive tightness and maintains circulation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is contributing to a community center's in-service program about early detection of breast cancer. Which of the following recommendations should the nurse make for female clients who do not have a family history of breast cancer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Guidelines recommend mammograms starting at 40 for average-risk women.