ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Order: lidocaine 2 g in 250 mL of D5W at 30 mL/h What is the flow rate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Flow rate is specified as 30 mL/hr in the order.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with care of a cient who has a prescription for 3000 ml of intravenous huias over the nes:24 hr The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr? (Round to the nearest whole number)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Flow rate = 3000 mL / 24 hr = 125 mL/hr.
Question 3 of 5
Which one is not a step of pharmacokinetics?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Synthesis is drug creation, not a pharmacokinetic process like absorption, distribution, or metabolism.
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 nurse is collecting data from a client prior to the administration of digoxin. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A potassium level of 3.0 mEq/L (hypokalemia) increases digoxin toxicity risk and should be reported. Other values are within normal ranges.