ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has started taking theophylline. Which of the following client findings should indicate to the nurse that the medication is effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Decreased wheezing is an indicator of theophylline effectiveness. Theophylline is a bronchodilator used to treat asthma and other respiratory conditions. A decrease in wheezing indicates that the medication is effectively improving the client's airway function.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory data of a client who is receiving filgrastim. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor to evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: WBC count (White Blood Cell count) is the primary laboratory value to monitor when evaluating the effectiveness of filgrastim. Filgrastim is a granulocyte colony-stimulating factor that promotes the production of neutrophils, a type of white blood cell. An increase in WBC count indicates that the treatment is effective.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing the vital signs of a client who is taking amiodarone. The nurse should anticipate which of the following findings as an adverse effect of the medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bradycardia is a well-known adverse effect of amiodarone. Amiodarone can slow the heart rate significantly, leading to bradycardia, which requires monitoring and potential intervention.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse administers 2 mg of morphine out of a vial containing 4 mg. Which of the following actions should the nurse take with the remaining medication in the vial?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dispose of the medication as waste in an approved receptacle is correct. Unused portions of controlled substances like morphine should be disposed of according to facility policy, often involving a witness to ensure proper disposal and prevent misuse.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who develops an anaphylactic reaction to antibiotic administration. After assessing the client's respiratory status and stopping the medication infusion, which of the following actions should the nurse take next?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administer epinephrine IM is correct because epinephrine is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis. It helps to reverse the severe symptoms of anaphylaxis, including airway constriction and low blood pressure.