ATI RN
RN ATI Pharmacology 2019 Exam Questions
Question 1 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: D
Rationale: Mixing medications with semisolid food aids swallowing in dysphagia, reducing choking risk, if compatible.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer cimetidine 300 mg IV over 15 min to a client. Available is cimetidine 300 mg/100 mL of 0.9% sodium chloride. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
To infuse 100 mL in 15 min (0.25 hr), the rate is 100 ÷ 0.25 = 400 mL/hr, ensuring accurate delivery.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer nitroglycerin topical ointment to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Spreading nitroglycerin ointment over a 12.7 cm area ensures even absorption and effective delivery.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer clindamycin to a client who states she forgot to report to the provider that she is allergic to penicillin. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clindamycin is safe for penicillin-allergic clients, as it lacks the beta-lactam ring, so the prescribed dose can be given.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a continuous IV infusion of magnesium sulfate for preterm labor. The nurse should discontinue the infusion and prepare to administer calcium gluconate if the client demonstrates which of the following findings? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: Absence of deep-tendon reflexes and decreased consciousness indicate magnesium toxicity, requiring calcium gluconate to counteract effects.