ATI RN
NCLEX Questions Medication Administration Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which methods will the nurse use to administer an intravenous (IV) medication that is incompatible with the patient's IV fluid? (Select one that does not apply.)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: When IV medication is incompatible with IV fluids, stop the IV fluids, clamp the IV line above the injection site, flush with 10 mL of normal saline or sterile water, give the IV bolus over the appropriate amount of time, flush with another 10 mL of normal saline or sterile water at the same rate as the medication was administered, and restart the IV fluids at the prescribed rate. Do not administer the drug slowly with the IV; this is contraindicated when incompatibility exist. Not giving the medication and charting is inappropriate; this is not a prudent or safe action by the nurse.
Question 2 of 5
A patient tells you they do not want to have the prescribed enoxaparin sodium injection. You respond by
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Exploring their concerns respects patient autonomy and allows education to address fears, per nursing ethics.
Question 3 of 5
What kind of medications has an expiration date?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: All medications, including ointments, creams, and injectables, have expiration dates to ensure potency and safety.
Question 4 of 5
Herbal Medications:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Herbal medications, if used, must follow the same central storage rules as prescriptions for safety and oversight in care facilities.
Question 5 of 5
Which behavioral therapy approach works best to relieve pain with muscle tension and spasms in patients who are anxious about their pain?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Relaxation techniques reduce muscle tension and anxiety, directly addressing spasms and pain perception.