ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 V Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing an adult client who is receiving morphine via continuous IV infusion. The nurse should identify that which of the following is the priority finding?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A respiratory rate of 10/min indicates potential respiratory depression, a life-threatening morphine side effect requiring immediate attention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has cirrhosis of the liver and is receiving spironolactone. Which of the following findings indicates that the client responding to the treatment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Spironolactone reduces ascites in cirrhosis by decreasing fluid retention, a direct indicator of treatment response.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has received propofol during a colonoscopy. The nurse should monitor for which of the following as an adverse effect of the medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Propofol can cause respiratory depression, a critical adverse effect requiring close monitoring during sedation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a hazardous IV medication to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Wearing gloves prevents skin contact with hazardous IV medications, a standard safety precaution.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing an adult client who is receiving morphine via continuous IV infusion. The nurse should identify that which of the following is the priority finding?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A respiratory rate of 10/min indicates potential respiratory depression, a life-threatening morphine side effect requiring immediate attention.