ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 Exam 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in the emergency department is admitting a client who has diabetic ketoacidosis and a blood glucose level of 800 mg/dL. Which of the following interventions should the nurse initiate first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fluid resuscitation with 0.9% sodium chloride restores volume and flushes ketones, the priority in DKA management.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is completing medication reconciliation for a client prior to their transfer to a rehabilitation facility. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Medication reconciliation involves comparing current and new prescriptions to identify discrepancies, ensuring continuity of care and preventing errors during transfer.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is initiating IV therapy for client who had a right-sided mastectomy. In which of the following locations should the nurse place a catheter?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using the left arm avoids complications like lymphedema in the right arm, where lymphatic drainage may be compromised post-mastectomy.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has active pulmonary tuberculosis about the management of medication for the disease. Which of the following statements is appropriate for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Combination therapy with multiple drugs is standard for TB to prevent resistance and ensure effective treatment, making this statement appropriate.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has asthma and a prescription for albuterol. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Albuterol stimulates beta-receptors, increasing heart rate, so tachycardia is a common adverse effect requiring monitoring.