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ATI N303 Pharmacology Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a medication to a client who states, 'That looks different from the pill I usually take.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Asking the client to describe the pill verifies its identity, ensuring the correct medication is administered and addressing the client's concern.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving dopamine IV to treat left ventricular failure. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the medication is having a therapeutic effect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dopamine increases systolic blood pressure by improving cardiac output and vasoconstriction, indicating a therapeutic effect in left ventricular failure.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a class about routes of medication administration. The nurse should include that which of the following routes has the fastest rate of absorption?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Intravenous administration delivers medication directly into the bloodstream, ensuring immediate absorption and the fastest onset of action.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing an older adult client who is receiving IV therapy. The nurse should recognize that which of the following findings indicates fluid volume excess? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Bounding pulse, pitting edema, and crackles indicate fluid volume excess due to increased blood volume, tissue fluid accumulation, and pulmonary congestion.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer digoxin to a client who has heart failure. Which of the following actions is appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Evaluating for nausea, vomiting, and anorexia is critical as these are signs of digoxin toxicity, which requires immediate attention to prevent complications.