ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is in labor and is receiving epidural anesthesia. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as the priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypotension from epidurals risks fetal distress due to reduced placental perfusion, making it the priority.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer propranolol to a client. Which of the following should the nurse assess prior to administering this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Propranolol, a beta-blocker, slows heart rate, so assessing heart rate ensures it's safe to administer and prevents bradycardia.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who refuses to take their prescribed medications. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Asking why explores the client's concerns, fostering understanding and addressing barriers to adherence.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has major depression and a new prescription for citalopram. Which of the following adverse effects is the priority for the nurse to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Confusion may signal serotonin syndrome, a life-threatening reaction to citalopram, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer the initial dose of penicillin G IM to a client. The nurse should monitor for which of the following as an indication of an allergic reaction following the injection?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Urticaria (hives) is a hallmark of allergic reactions to penicillin, indicating possible anaphylaxis.