ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Final Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has thrombophlebitis and is receiving heparin by continuous IV infusion. The client asks the nurse how long it will take for the heparin to dissolve the clot. Which of the following responses should the nurse give?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Heparin is an indirect thrombin inhibitor that prevents clot formation. It does not dissolve existing clots.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching a client who has rheumatoid arthritis and a new prescription for methotrexate. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Methotrexate lowers immunity, increasing infection risk, and alcohol increases liver damage risk.
Question 3 of 5
Before administering any medication, what is the nurse's priority action regarding client safety?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using two identifiers ensures the right medication is given to the right client.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is administering intravenous vancomycin to a client who has had gastrointestinal surgery. Which nursing measures are appropriate? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: Vancomycin is nephrotoxic and ototoxic; slow infusion, monitoring creatinine, and reporting high trough levels or ear fullness are critical.
Question 5 of 5
After administering an intradermal (ID) injection for a skin test, the nurse notices a small bleb at the injection site. Which of these is the best action for the nurse to take at this time?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A small bleb is expected after an intradermal injection and should be observed for reaction.