ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing alcohol withdrawal. Which of the following prescribed medications should the nurse anticipate administering to the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lorazepam is a benzodiazepine commonly used to manage alcohol withdrawal symptoms. It helps to reduce anxiety, prevent seizures, and manage agitation, which are common during alcohol withdrawal.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to titrate a continuous nitroprusside infusion for a client. The nurse should plan to titrate the infusion according to which of the following assessments?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Blood pressure is the primary assessment used to titrate a nitroprusside infusion. Nitroprusside is a potent vasodilator used to rapidly lower blood pressure in hypertensive emergencies. Continuous monitoring of blood pressure is essential to ensure the medication is titrated correctly and to avoid hypotension.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has started taking theophylline. Which of the following client findings should indicate to the nurse that the medication is effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Decreased wheezing is an indicator of theophylline effectiveness. Theophylline is a bronchodilator used to treat asthma and other respiratory conditions. A decrease in wheezing indicates that the medication is effectively improving the client's airway function.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who develops an anaphylactic reaction to antibiotic administration. After assessing the client's respiratory status and stopping the medication infusion, which of the following actions should the nurse take next?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administer epinephrine IM is correct because epinephrine is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis. It helps to reverse the severe symptoms of anaphylaxis, including airway constriction and low blood pressure.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is developing a teaching plan for an older adult client who has a new prescription for insulin glargine. Which of the following expected outcomes should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The client will wear his reading glasses when drawing up a dose of insulin glargine is an appropriate outcome. Ensuring that the client can accurately measure and administer the correct dose of insulin is crucial for effective diabetes management and preventing dosing errors.