ATI RN
ATI Nurs 180 Phamacology Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client asks why she needs to take a medication on an empty stomach. The nurse explains that food generally has which effect on drug dissolution and absorption?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Food often decreases drug dissolution and absorption by binding to the drug or delaying gastric emptying, reducing bioavailability.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client. The nurse should recognize that which of the following considerations apply to older adults and pharmacology?
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Older adults face increased drug toxicity risk due to reduced liver and kidney function, are prone to polypharmacy, and may have delayed absorption due to GI changes.
Question 3 of 5
Which situation demonstrates ethical reporting of a medication error?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ethical reporting involves informing the patient, documenting the error per policy, and notifying the physician to ensure transparency and safety.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who needs to have a peak drug level drawn. The client was given an oral medication 30 minutes ago. What is the best action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Peak drug levels for oral medications are typically drawn 1-2 hours after administration. Waiting another 30 minutes ensures the level reflects the peak concentration.
Question 5 of 5
Select the correct order in which pharmacokinetics process occur when a medication is taken via the oral route.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct order is absorption (from the GI tract), distribution (to tissues), metabolism (primarily in the liver), and excretion (via kidneys).