ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is taking an osmotic laxative. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication of fluid volume deficit?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Oliguria indicates fluid volume deficit, as the body reduces urine output to conserve fluid, a potential issue with osmotic laxatives.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving a peripheral IV infusion and notes infiltration of fluid into the tissues surrounding the insertion site. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Elevating the extremity reduces swelling and limits further fluid spread in infiltration, addressing the issue effectively.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for clozapine. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Clozapine can cause agranulocytosis, and fever may indicate infection, so clients should report it immediately for further evaluation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has sinusitis and a new prescription for cefuroxime. Which of the following client information is the priority for the nurse to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A severe penicillin allergy may indicate a risk of cross-reactivity with cefuroxime, a cephalosporin, making it a priority to report.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking lithium and reports starting a new exercise program. The nurse should assess the client for which of the following electrolyte imbalances?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Exercise-induced sweating can lead to sodium loss, and lithium can further increase hyponatremia risk, requiring careful monitoring.