ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Which of the following routes of administration should the nurse use?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: TPN requires a central venous access device due to its high osmolarity, which can damage peripheral veins.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving ceftriaxone intravenously. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse identify as an allergic reaction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypotension is a hallmark of anaphylaxis, a severe allergic reaction that can occur with ceftriaxone administration.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a gastric ulcer and a new prescription for ranitidine. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Antacids can interfere with ranitidine absorption; spacing them by 1 hour ensures efficacy.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is initiating IV therapy for a client who had a right-sided mastectomy. In which of the following locations should the nurse place a catheter?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The left arm should be used to avoid complications like lymphedema on the side of the mastectomy.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of benign prostate hypertrophy and a prescription for doxazosin. The client tells the nurse, 'I do not want to take this medication. I would prefer a natural therapy.' Which of the following supplements should the nurse suggest the client discuss with the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Saw palmetto is commonly used to alleviate symptoms of benign prostate hypertrophy.