ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam Final Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who is experiencing status asthmaticus. Which of the following interventions is the priority for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Short-acting beta-2 agonists like albuterol are the first-line treatment for status asthmaticus due to their rapid bronchodilation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has cirrhosis and a new prescription for lactulose. Which of the following manifestations indicates an adverse effect of the medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Excessive or rapid administration of lactulose can cause gastrointestinal side effects like vomiting.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has hypertension and a new prescription for hydrochlorothiazide. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Taking hydrochlorothiazide early prevents sleep disruption from frequent urination.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client Who requires a medication that is packaged in a single dose glass ampule. Which of the following techniques should the nurse use when opening the glass ampule?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tapping the top and breaking toward the body ensures safe and accurate ampule opening.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has prostate cancer. The nurse should expect the provider to prescribe which of the following medications for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Leuprolide, a GnRH agonist, suppresses testosterone, slowing prostate cancer tissue growth.