ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving ondansetron IV. Which of the following findings is an indication that the ondansetron is effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Decreased nausea is the primary indication that ondansetron is effective. Ondansetron is an antiemetic used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting, so a reduction in these symptoms indicates that the medication is working.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a gonococcal infection and has been prescribed an IM injection of ceftriaxone. The client refuses the medication because they are afraid of needles. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: I will discuss other treatment options with your provider' is correct because it acknowledges the client's fear and offers to explore alternative treatments, which can help build trust and ensure the client receives appropriate care.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer cefazolin 1 g in 0.9% sodium chloride 100 mL via intermittent IV bolus over 30 minutes. The drop factor of the manual IV tubing is 15 gtt/mL. The nurse should set the manual IV infusion to deliver how many gtt/min? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 50
Rationale:
Step 1: Determine the total volume (100 mL).
Step 2: Determine the time (30 minutes).
Step 3: Calculate the flow rate in mL/min (100 mL ÷ 30 min = 3.33 mL/min).
Step 4: Calculate gtt/min (3.33 mL/min × 15 gtt/mL = 49.95 gtt/min).
Step 5: Round to 50 gtt/min.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking rifampin. Which of the following findings should the nurse monitor for as an adverse effect of the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Jaundice is a significant adverse effect of rifampin, indicating potential liver damage. Rifampin can cause hepatotoxicity, leading to elevated liver enzymes and bilirubin levels, which manifest as jaundice. Monitoring liver function tests is crucial for clients on rifampin to detect any early signs of liver damage.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients. Which of the following situations requires an incident report?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A client receives their insulin 1 hour before scheduled is a medication error that requires an incident report. Administering insulin at the wrong time can lead to significant changes in blood glucose levels and potential harm to the client, making it necessary to document the incident and investigate the cause.