ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 Exam 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is administering naloxone to a client who has developed an adverse reaction to morphine. The nurse should identify which of the following findings as a therapeutic effect of naloxone.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Naloxone reverses opioid-induced respiratory depression, increasing respiratory rate as its primary therapeutic effect.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a gastric ulcer and a new prescription for ranitidine. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Antacids can reduce ranitidine absorption. Spacing them 1 hour apart ensures optimal efficacy, showing client understanding.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical history of a client prior to medication administration and notes a history of an anaphylactic reaction to penicillin. The nurse should identify that which of the following medications is contraindicated for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ceftriaxone, a cephalosporin, may cause cross-reactivity in penicillin-allergic patients, making it contraindicated.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving ceftriaxone intravenously. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse identify as an allergic reaction?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypotension is a sign of an allergic reaction to ceftriaxone, indicating possible anaphylaxis, requiring prompt recognition.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching about warfarin to a client who has deep-vein thrombosis. The nurse should instruct the client to obtain which of the following laboratory tests monthly?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: INR monitoring ensures warfarin maintains therapeutic anticoagulation, preventing clotting or bleeding complications.