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ATI N211 Pharmacology Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client prior to the administration of morphine. The nurse should recognize that which of the following assessments is the priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Respiratory rate is the priority assessment, as morphine can cause life-threatening respiratory depression. Bowel sounds, urine output, and pupil reaction are less critical.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has bipolar disorder and a prescription for lithium to recognize the manifestations of toxicity. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vomiting is an early sign of lithium toxicity, requiring immediate medical evaluation. Flatulence, headaches, and loss of appetite are not specific indicators of lithium toxicity.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is exhibiting signs of alcohol withdrawal. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diazepam, a benzodiazepine, is used to manage alcohol withdrawal symptoms. Disulfiram deters alcohol use, while methadone and buprenorphine are for opioid withdrawal.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing a medication for a client and observes the date of expiration on the vial occurred 2 months ago. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Discarding expired medication ensures patient safety, as it may be ineffective or unsafe. Returning, giving, or notifying the provider are not immediate priorities.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer 09% sodium chloride 1,200 mL IV to infuse over 24 hr. The drop factor of the manual tubing is 15 g/mL. The nurse should set the manual IV infusion to deliver how many gtt/min? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. De not use a trailing zero)
Correct Answer: 13
Rationale: Calculate: 1200 mL ÷ 24 hr = 50 mL/hr.
Then, 50 mL/hr × 15 gtt/mL ÷ 60 min = 12.5 gtt/min, rounded to 13 gtt/min.