ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 III Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A home care nurse is teaching a client about safe medication disposal. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Returning expired medication to a pharmacist ensures safe disposal, preventing misuse or environmental harm.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to transcribe a prescription for a client that reads 'ondansetron 8 mg by mouth every 12 hr PRN.' Which of the following parts of the prescription should the nurse clarify with the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: PRN requires a specified reason (e.g., nausea) to guide administration, which is missing here.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory data of a client who is receiving filgrastim. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor to evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Filgrastim boosts WBC production; monitoring WBC count assesses its effectiveness.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing severe vomiting. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prochlorperazine is an antiemetic effective for severe vomiting.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving diazepam for moderate (conscious) sedation. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to assess for an adverse reaction to the medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diazepam can depress respiration; monitoring oxygen saturation detects this adverse effect early.