ATI RN
NCLEX Medication Administration Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Is a medication order required to give a medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A physician's order is required for all medications in a residential care setting to ensure legal and safe administration, regardless of type (prescription or OTC).
Question 2 of 5
When a resident goes on an outing you may:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sending one day's medication ensures continuity of care during an outing, aligning with practical and safe practice in residential care.
Question 3 of 5
A 35-year-old male patient with testicular cancer is joking and playing cards with his roommate. When assessed by the pain management nurse, the patient rates his pain as a 7 on the Numeric Pain Rating Scale of 0 to 10. The nurse concludes that the patient's behavior:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pain is subjective; the nurse must accept the patient's rating despite behavior, as coping mechanisms vary.
Question 4 of 5
When assessing an eight-month-old patient for pain, the pain management nurse recognizes that:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Infants experience pain similarly to adults; physiologic/behavioral cues (not verbal scales like FACES) are key for assessment.
Question 5 of 5
What is NOT an appropriate action when a patient, who is legally responsible for their care, refuses medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Forcing a patient to take medication violates their autonomy and right to refuse, per ethical and legal standards. Notifying the physician, documenting, and educating are appropriate steps.