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ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has septic shock and is receiving dopamine by continuous IV infusion. Which of the following findings indicates that the nurse should increase the rate of infusion?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypotension indicates that the current rate of dopamine infusion is not sufficient to maintain adequate blood pressure and perfusion. In the context of septic shock, maintaining an adequate mean arterial pressure (MAP) is crucial to ensure organ perfusion and prevent further complications. Increasing the dopamine infusion rate can help achieve the desired MAP and stabilize the patient's condition.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer the varicella vaccine to a group of clients. The nurse should identify which of the following clients as having a contraindication for receiving this immunization?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A client who has AIDS is a contraindication for the varicella vaccine. Individuals with severe immunocompromising conditions, such as AIDS, should not receive live vaccines like the varicella vaccine due to the risk of severe vaccine-related complications.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing severe vomiting. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Prochlorperazine is an antiemetic medication commonly used to treat severe nausea and vomiting. It works by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain, which helps reduce the urge to vomit.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning to administer a prefilled syringe of enoxaparin to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Administer the medication into the anterolateral or posterolateral abdominal area is correct. Enoxaparin should be administered subcutaneously into the anterolateral or posterolateral abdominal area to ensure proper absorption and minimize complications.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer heparin subcutaneously to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take to minimize bleeding following the injection?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Grasp skin between thumb and forefinger throughout the injection helps to stabilize the tissue and ensure the medication is delivered into the subcutaneous layer. This technique can help minimize bleeding and bruising by reducing tissue trauma during the injection.