ATI LPN
ATI LPN Med Surg Lv 3 Electrolytes Imbalance Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The IV infusion pump for a patient receiving an IV therapy begins to alarm and displays occlusion. When the silence button is pushed, the alarm quickly resumes. Which action should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Checking for kinking of the tubing or a closed clamp is the first action, as most occlusions are due to these issues, which can often be resolved immediately.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a calcium level of 12 mg/dL (9-10.5 mg/dL). Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypercalcemia depresses neuromuscular function, leading to decreased deep tendon reflexes.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who has dehydration and is receiving IV fluid replacement. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as effectiveness of the treatment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Urine output of 200 mL/4 hr (50 mL/hr) indicates improved kidney perfusion and hydration, suggesting effective treatment.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer dextrose 5% in water IV to infuse at 100 mL/60 min. The drop factor on the manual IV tubing is 60 gtt/mL. The nurse should set the IV flow rate to deliver how many gtt/min? (Round to the nearest whole number.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Using the formula Flow rate (gtt/min) = (Volume/Time) × Drop factor, 100 mL/60 min × 60 gtt/mL = 100 gtt/min.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a calcium level of 12 mg/dL (9-10.5 mg/dL). Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypercalcemia depresses neuromuscular function, leading to decreased deep tendon reflexes.