ATI LPN
ATI PN Custom Pharmacology Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which action should be implemented next when a patient states they are allergic to the medication the nurse is ready to administer?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Withholding the medication and notifying the prescriber is the safest action to prevent an allergic reaction.
Question 2 of 5
Which terminology correctly identifies the NMDS classification system?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: NMDS stands for Nursing Minimum Data Set, a standardized system for collecting essential nursing data.
Question 3 of 5
Which step of the nursing process is used when the nurse identifies the therapeutic intent of a prescribed medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Implementation involves executing the care plan, including identifying medication intent.
Question 4 of 5
Which blood level is assessed to determine the amount of circulating medication in a patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Peak levels indicate the highest concentration of circulating medication.
Question 5 of 5
Which range of the normal adult dose, with the amount of medication increasing over time, is used when initiating drug therapy in elderly adults?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: One-third to one-half balances efficacy and safety in elderly patients.