ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 retake 1 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: A
Rationale: Respiratory depression (10/min) from morphine is life-threatening due to hypoxia risk, making it the priority over other findings.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving parenteral nutrition and identifies that the client has hypoglycemia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: IV dextrose rapidly corrects hypoglycemia from parenteral nutrition, addressing the immediate need for glucose.
Question 3 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: A
Rationale: Respiratory depression (10/min) from morphine is life-threatening due to hypoxia risk, making it the priority over other findings.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse accidently administers metformin instead of metoprolol to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Metformin lowers glucose; checking levels assesses for hypoglycemia from the error.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN). The nurse identifies that the client has developed confusion pitting edema. After slowing the infusion rate, which of the following findings should the nurse assess next?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Urinary output assesses fluid overload, indicated by confusion and edema, post-TPN rate adjustment.