ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A home health nurse is visiting a client who has heart failure and a prescription for furosemide. The nurse identifies that the client has gained 2.5 kg (5 Ib) since the last visit 2 days ago. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rapid weight gain indicates fluid retention, requiring immediate provider notification. Other actions are secondary.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for a nitroglycerin transdermal patch. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Removing the patch at night provides a nitrate-free period to prevent tolerance. Other instructions are incorrect.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for theophylline, a sustained-release capsule. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Theophylline requires blood level monitoring to ensure therapeutic levels (10-20 mcg/mL). Sprinkling sustained-release capsules, taking with caffeine, or limiting fluids are incorrect.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning to administer medications to an older adult client who has dysphagia. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Mixing medications with semisolid food aids swallowing in dysphagia. Other actions increase choking risk.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client's IV infusion site and notes that the site is cool and edematous. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A warm, moist compress promotes fluid absorption and circulation in an infiltrated site. Other actions are incorrect.