ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Endocrine and Hematology Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse administers subcutaneous NPH insulin at 0700 to a child who has diabetes. At which of the following times should the nurse observe for hypoglycemia caused by the onset of the medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: NPH insulin's onset is 1 to 2 hours, so monitoring around 1000 (3 hours post-administration) is appropriate.
Question 2 of 5
A male client tells the nurse that he does not want the female assistive personnel (AP) involved in his care. Which of the following statements should the nurse give?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acknowledging the client's preference respectfully ensures patient comfort and facilitates discussion without confrontation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking levothyroxine for hypothyroidism. Which of the following indicates the client's dose is too high?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Excess levothyroxine can cause hyperthyroidism symptoms, including tachycardia due to increased metabolic rate.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer heparin subcutaneously to a client who has deep vein thrombosis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A 90-degree angle is appropriate for subcutaneous heparin administration to ensure proper delivery into the subcutaneous tissue.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer dexamethasone 3 mg PO. Available are dexamethasone 1.5 mg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.).
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Divide the prescribed dose (3 mg) by the tablet strength (1.5 mg): 3 mg ÷ 1.5 mg/tablet = 2 tablets.