ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology 2023 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: D
Rationale:
Rationale:
Choice D is correct because returning expired medication to the pharmacist ensures proper disposal, preventing environmental harm and misuse.
Choice A is incorrect as it can lead to accidental ingestion.
Choice B is incorrect as it can contaminate water sources.
Choice C is incorrect as it can harm aquatic life.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving ondansetron IV. Which of the following findings is an indication that the ondansetron is effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Decreased nausea. Ondansetron is an antiemetic medication used to treat nausea and vomiting.
Therefore, a decrease in nausea indicates that the medication is effective in managing the client's symptoms. Reduced dizziness (
B) and absence of peripheral neuropathy (
D) are not directly related to the action of ondansetron. Increased urinary output (
C) is not a typical effect of ondansetron.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is evaluating the effectiveness of alendronate for a client who has osteoporosis. Which of the following diagnostic results should the nurse review?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (Dexa scan). The Dexa scan is a diagnostic test used to measure bone mineral density and assess the effectiveness of osteoporosis treatment like alendronate. It helps in monitoring the client's bone health and determining if the medication is working to prevent further bone loss. Reviewing the Dexa scan results can provide valuable information on the client's response to the treatment.
Choice A (Urine specific gravity) is not relevant to evaluating the effectiveness of alendronate for osteoporosis.
Choice B (Hemoglobin A1
C) is a test for diabetes management and not specific to osteoporosis treatment.
Choice D (Lumbar puncture) is an invasive procedure used to collect cerebrospinal fluid and is not related to evaluating osteoporosis treatment.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client about how to self-administer subcutaneous injections of enoxaparin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Ensure that the air bubble remains in the syringe. This is important because enoxaparin is an anticoagulant medication, and any air in the syringe could lead to inaccurate dosing. The air bubble acts as a safety measure to prevent losing any medication. Option B is incorrect as rubbing the site can cause irritation and bruising. Option C is incorrect as enoxaparin is typically injected into the abdomen, not the lateral thigh. Option D is incorrect as releasing the skin fold too soon can cause the medication to leak out.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has started taking theophylline. Which of the following client findings should indicate to the nurse that the medication is effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Decreased wheezing. Theophylline is a bronchodilator used to treat respiratory conditions like asthma by relaxing the muscles in the airways. When theophylline is effective, it helps to open up the airways, leading to decreased wheezing. This indicates improved airflow and better respiratory function. Increased blood pressure (
A) is not a direct indication of theophylline effectiveness. Decreased urine output (
C) could suggest dehydration or kidney issues, not necessarily related to theophylline. Increased level of consciousness (
D) is a general assessment parameter and not specific to theophylline effectiveness.