ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam Final Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for ferrous sulfate tablets twice daily for iron-deficiency anemia. The client asks the nurse why the provider instructed that she take the ferrous sulfate between meals. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Taking ferrous sulfate between meals maximizes absorption, as some foods inhibit iron uptake.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to instill eardrops to a 5-year-old child. Which of the following techniques should the nurse use?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pulling the auricle down and back straightens the ear canal in children for effective eardrop administration.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who is to receive the first dose of cefoxitin via intermittent IV bolus. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a contraindication for the client to receive cefoxitin and report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cefoxitin, a cephalosporin, may cross-react with penicillin allergies like amoxicillin.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has deep vein thrombosis and has been on heparin continuous infusion for 5 days. The provider prescribes warfarin PO Without discontinuing the heparin. The client asks the nurse Why both anticoagulants are necessary. Which of the following Statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Warfarin has an onset of action of 4-5 days, requiring heparin to bridge the gap to prevent clot formation during this period.