ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Gastrointestinal Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Order: Colace 25 mg PO PRN for constipation. Available: Colace 20mg/5ml. How much will the nurse give?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Since 20 mg is in 5ml, to administer 25mg: 25mg × 5ml/20mg = 6.25ml.
Question 2 of 5
Order: Zofran 8 mg po before chemotherapy available: Zofran 4mg/5ml how much will the nurse give?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
To administer 8mg of Zofran (4mg/5ml): (8mg / 4mg) × 5ml = 10ml.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer medications and notes that a patient has sucralfate ordered QID. When is the best time to administer this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sucralfate should be administered 1 hour before meals to allow it to form a protective barrier in the stomach lining without interference from food, as an empty stomach enhances its effectiveness.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has cirrhosis and ascites. Which of the following interventions should the nurse recommend for inclusion in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Decreasing fluid intake helps prevent further fluid accumulation in the abdomen (ascites) in cirrhosis, where the liver's ability to regulate fluid balance is impaired.
Question 5 of 5
What precaution should a nurse initiate when caring for a patient with hepatitis B?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Standard Precautions are appropriate for hepatitis B, which is transmitted through blood and body fluids, requiring hand hygiene and gloves.