ATI RN
ATI RN pharmacology 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A charge nurse has reviewed fire safety procedures with staff members. Which of the following statements by a staff member indicates an understanding of the last action they should take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Extinguishing small fires is the last step in the RACE protocol if safe.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse on a medical-surgical unit is teaching a newly licensed nurse about tasks to delegate to assistive personnel (AP). Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Counting respirations is within AP scope, while interpretation remains the nurse's duty.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is witnessing the informed consent for a client who is scheduled for surgery. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The nurse ensures understanding and voluntary consent, notifying the provider if clarification is needed.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a first dose of amoxicillin. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider immediately?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Wheezing indicates airway constriction, a sign of anaphylaxis requiring immediate intervention.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes
Diagnostic Results
Day 1:
The client has left-sided weakness and is unable to ambulate without full assistance. 2+ pedal pulses present and equal bilaterally.
Day 2:
Area of swelling and tenderness noted to back of right calf. Pedal pulses present and equal bilaterally.
Question 5 of 5
The client is at risk for developing ___ due to their ___
| deep vein thrombosis (DVT) |
| immobility |
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Swelling and tenderness in the calf are key signs of DVT, which is a common complication of immobility after a stroke. Immobility leads to venous stasis, increasing the risk of clot formation.