ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 IV Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has major burns and is experiencing dehydration. The nurse should anticipate a prescription to infuse which of the following solutions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lactated Ringer's mimics extracellular fluid, effectively restoring volume and electrolytes in burn patients.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for a metered-dose inhaler. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: A: Spacers improve medication delivery to the lungs by reducing coordination needs. B: Inhaling slowly ensures effective dispersion of medication in the lungs. C: A good seal with the lips ensures proper inhalation. E: Rinsing prevents oral candidiasis, especially with corticosteroids.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medication list of a client who has erectile dysfunction and is requesting a prescription for sildenafil. The nurse should identify that which of the following medications is a contraindication for receiving this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nitroglycerin is commonly used to treat angina and works by dilating blood vessels to increase blood flow to the heart. Concomitant use of sildenafil with nitroglycerin or other nitrates is contraindicated due to the risk of severe hypotension and cardiovascular collapse.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has muscarinic agonist poisoning. Following administration of atropine, which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the treatment has been effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Atropine increases heart rate by blocking vagal effects, so a heart rate of 90/min indicates reversal of bradycardia caused by muscarinic agonists.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a depressive disorder about amitriptyline. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Amitriptyline can increase appetite and lead to weight gain, a common effect of tricyclic antidepressants.