ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
Order: ceftriaxone 2 g in 100 mL of 0.9% NaCI (normal saline solution) over 30 minutes Available: Macro drip set: 15 gtt/mL Calculate the IV flow rate in gtt/min.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Flow rate = (100 mL / 30 min) × 15 gtt/mL = 50 gtt/min.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer lithium 300 mg PO to a client who has bipolar disorder. Available is lithium 150 mg capsules. How many capsules should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Capsules = 300 mg / 150 mg/capsule = 2 capsules.
Question 3 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 A and B are not peer-reviewed or authoritative.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 4 of 5
Where do enteric coated tablets typically disintegrate in the body?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Enteric coatings protect tablets until the duodenum's neutral pH.
Question 5 of 5
A common complication of using thrombolytic drugs S
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Thrombolytics dissolve clots, increasing bleeding risk.