ATI RN
ATI NURS125 Maternal Newborn exam Questions
Extract:
Client receiving powdered medication
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is administering a powdered medication to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Checking for allergies is critical to prevent severe reactions, prioritizing patient safety before administration.
Extract:
None
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about adverse effects of medications. The nurse should include that which of the following medications can cause diarrhea?
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: Magnesium antacids and antibiotics increase intestinal motility or disrupt gut flora, causing diarrhea.
Extract:
Client with constipation
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has constipation. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Increasing fluid intake softens stool, promoting regular bowel movements.
Extract:
None
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a class about pharmacodynamics. The nurse should include that which of the following medication levels occurs when a medication is at the lowest serum concentration?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Trough levels represent the lowest serum concentration, typically before the next dose.
Extract:
Client undergoing 24-hr urine collection
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to obtain a 24-hr urine collection from a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Refrigerating the urine preserves the sample and prevents bacterial growth.