ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who received midazolam IV for moderate (conscious) sedation. Which of the following assessments is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Midazolam risks respiratory depression; oxygen saturation ensures adequate ventilation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical history of a client who is to start taking prednisone. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a contraindication to prednisone therapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Prednisone's immunosuppression worsens systemic fungal infections, making it contraindicated.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who just received a dose of IV filgrastim. The client has cancer and is receiving cytotoxic chemotherapy. For which of the following findings should the nurse complete an incident report?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Filgrastim requires refrigeration; prolonged exposure to room temperature risks degradation, warranting an incident report.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in the emergency department is caring for a client who reports a severe headache. The client's blood pressure is 280/160 mm Hg. The nurse should plan to administer which of the following medications?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nitroprusside rapidly lowers blood pressure in hypertensive emergencies.
Question 5 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.