ATI LPN
ATI LPN Fundamentals exam VI Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer morphine 15 mg subcutaneously. The amount available is morphine injection 10 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 15 mg / 10 mg/mL = 1.5 mL ensures the correct subcutaneous dose.
Question 2 of 5
A charge nurse is observing a nurse performing a Mantoux tuberculin skin test for a client. Which of the following actions should prompt the charge nurse to intervene?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Massaging after injection disperses PPD, affecting test accuracy, unlike the correct bleb size, avoiding needle tip visualization, and stretching skin which are proper techniques.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for pantoprazole for heartburn. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pantoprazole, a PPI, reduces gastric acid production, not causing hyperkalemia, and is best taken before meals, not at bedtime or post-eating.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing an injection using a single dose glass ampule. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using a filter needle prevents glass particles from being drawn into the syringe, unlike shaking the ampule, using sterile gloves unnecessarily, or snapping the top towards hands which risks injury.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client's IV site. The nurse should report which of the following findings as manifestations of phlebitis?
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Streak formation, erythema, and warmth indicate vein inflammation in phlebitis, unlike blistering or dampness which suggest other issues.