ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam Final Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client Who is postoperative following abdominal surgery and reports incisional pain. The surgeon has prescribed morphine 4 mg IV bolus every 6 hr as needed. Before administering this medication, the nurse should complete Which priority assessment?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Morphine can cause respiratory depression, making respiratory rate assessment a priority.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client Who has gout and a new prescription for allopurinol. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Increased fluid intake with allopurinol prevents kidney stone formation by flushing uric acid.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client Who is postoperative following abdominal surgery and reports incisional pain. The surgeon has prescribed morphine 4 mg IV bolus every 6 hr as needed. Before administering this medication, the nurse should complete Which priority assessment?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Morphine can cause respiratory depression, making respiratory rate assessment a priority.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client Who requires a medication that is packaged in a single dose glass ampule. Which of the following techniques should the nurse use when opening the glass ampule?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tapping the top and breaking toward the body ensures safe and accurate ampule opening.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for ibuprofen to treat hip pain. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Taking ibuprofen with food reduces gastrointestinal irritation caused by inhibited prostaglandin synthesis.