ATI RN
RN ATI Pharmacology 2019 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetes mellitus and is taking pioglitazone. The nurse should plan to monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pioglitazone can cause fluid retention, leading to edema and potential heart failure exacerbation, requiring careful monitoring.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is to receive a series of allergy tests. The nurse should instruct the client to avoid which of the following medications for up to 4 weeks before the procedure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Diphenhydramine, an antihistamine, can suppress allergy test results, requiring avoidance for accurate testing.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer cimetidine 300 mg IV over 15 min to a client. Available is cimetidine 300 mg/100 mL of 0.9% sodium chloride. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
To infuse 100 mL in 15 min (0.25 hr), the rate is 100 ÷ 0.25 = 400 mL/hr, ensuring accurate delivery.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing medication prescriptions for a client. For which of the following entries on the client's medication administration record should the nurse request clarification?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The PRN morphine order lacks specific pain level indications, requiring clarification to ensure appropriate administration.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is monitoring the laboratory values of a client who is receiving heparin. Which of the following values should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A hematocrit of 456% is likely an error, as normal ranges are 36-46%; this requires verification and reporting.