ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 III Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a gonococcal infection and has been prescribed an IM injection of ceftriaxone. The client refuses the medication because they are afraid of needles. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Discussing alternatives respects the client's fear while seeking solutions, unlike coercive or dismissive responses.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in an emergency department is administering naloxone to a client who is experiencing opioid toxicity. Following administration of the medication, which of the following should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Naloxone reverses respiratory depression; assessing breath sounds ensures airway and breathing are restored.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving high-dose metoclopramide. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: High-dose metoclopramide risks tardive dyskinesia, an involuntary movement disorder.
Question 4 of 5
A charge nurse is orienting a newly licensed nurse about pain management principles related to clients' age. Which of the following information should the newly licensed nurse consider when administering opioids?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Older adults need lower opioid doses due to slower metabolism and increased sensitivity.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving an intravenous infusion via pump at a rate of 3 mL/min. The infusion started 2 hr ago with 500 mL in the medication bag. How many ml have been infused?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Calculation: 3 mL/min × 60 min/hr × 2 hr = 360 mL, accurately reflecting the total volume infused over two hours at the given rate.