ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing for allergies with a client who is scheduled to receive the influenza vaccine. Which of the following allergies should the nurse report to the provider as a possible contraindication to receiving the vaccine?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Egg allergies may contraindicate some flu vaccines due to egg-based production. Other allergies are unrelated.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse accidentally administers the medication metformin instead of metoprolol to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Metformin lowers blood glucose, so accidental administration risks hypoglycemia. Checking glucose levels is critical. HDL, thyroid, and uric acid levels are unrelated to metformin's effects.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has active pulmonary tuberculosis about management of medication for the disease. Which of the following statements is appropriate for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Multiple drugs prevent TB resistance. Other statements are incorrect.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of an adult client who has a fever and a prescription for acetaminophen. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a contraindication for receiving this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Alcohol use disorder increases the risk of acetaminophen-induced liver toxicity, a contraindication. Other conditions do not contraindicate acetaminophen.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving heparin via continuous IV. The client has an aPTT of 90 seconds. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following changes in their vital signs?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An aPTT of 90 seconds indicates excessive anticoagulation, increasing bleeding risk. Increased pulse rate signals blood loss.