ATI RN
ATI N211 Pharmacology Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A charge nurse is supervising a newly licensed nurse provide care for a client who has a PCA pump. Which of the following statements made by the nurse requires further action by the charge nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Discarding medication requires witnessing before disposal per protocol. The other statements reflect appropriate PCA management.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer 0.45% sodium chloride (NaCl) 1000 mL IV to infuse over 8 hr. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero)
Correct Answer: 125
Rationale:
To calculate the infusion rate, divide the total volume (1000 mL) by the infusion time (8 hours): 1000 ÷ 8 = 125 mL/hr.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 2-year-old child who has seizures and is receiving phenytoin in suspension form. Which of the following actions should the nurse take before administering each dose?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Shaking the phenytoin suspension ensures proper mixing for accurate dosing. Mouth care, blood pressure checks, and fasting are not required.
Question 4 of 5
A home health nurse is assessing an older adult client who reports falling a couple of times over the past week. Which of the following findings should the nurse suspect is contributing to the client's falls?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Alprazolam, a benzodiazepine, causes dizziness and impaired coordination, increasing fall risk in older adults. The other options are safety measures.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for fluoxetine to treat depression. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Taking fluoxetine in the morning prevents insomnia, a common side effect. Grapefruit juice does not interact with fluoxetine, effects take weeks, and it can be taken with or without food.