ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Assessment 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for metoclopramide. Which of the following outcomes should the nurse use to evaluate the effectiveness of this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reduced nausea is a primary outcome for evaluating the effectiveness of metoclopramide, commonly prescribed to manage nausea and vomiting.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client following a bronchoscopy with moderate sedation. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,F
Rationale: Assessing the gag reflex prevents aspiration. Listening to breath sounds detects abnormalities. Monitoring oxygen saturation ensures adequate oxygenation. Monitoring for bleeding is necessary due to airway trauma. Observing for pneumothorax is important as it can occur post-bronchoscopy.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a seizure disorder about their medication. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Having blood checked to monitor the medication level indicates an understanding of the teaching. Monitoring blood levels of seizure medications is important to ensure therapeutic levels and avoid toxicity.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who refuses a prescribed influenza immunization. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asking the client to describe their concerns allows the nurse to understand the client's perspective and address any misconceptions or fears they may have about the influenza immunization.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for allopurinol to treat gout. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increasing fluid intake is crucial when taking allopurinol to prevent kidney stones and ensure uric acid is effectively excreted.