ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
Which method are for administering drugs by parenteral routes? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: A: Subcutaneous injects into fat tissue. B: Intramuscular injects into muscle. D: Intradermal injects into dermis. E: Intravenous injects into veins—all bypass the digestive system. C is incorrect as nasogastric is enteral, not parenteral.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is calculating the fluid intake for an infant at the end of an 8-hr shift. For oral intake, the infant had 10 mL of medication, 3 oz of formula, and 2 oz of juice. In addition, the infant had IV fluid infusing at 20 mL/hr via an IV pump. The nurse should record how many mL of intake on the clients record? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number.)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Formula = 3 × 30 = 90 mL, Juice = 2 × 30 = 60 mL, Oral = 10 + 90 + 60 = 160 mL, IV = 20 × 8 = 160 mL.
Total = 320 mL.
Question 4 of 5
A patient is experiencing status epileptics. The nurse anticipates immediate administration of which drug?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diazepam acts rapidly to stop seizures in status epilepticus.
Question 5 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.