ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 III Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving parenteral nutrition and identifies that the client has hypoglycemia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: IV dextrose quickly corrects hypoglycemia in a client on parenteral nutrition.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer methotrexate in oral tablet form to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Gloves prevent skin contact with methotrexate, a hazardous drug, while gown, ventilation, and N95 are unnecessary for oral tablets.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer filgrastim 5 mcg/kg/day subcutaneous to a client who weighs 143 lb. How many mcg should the nurse administer per day?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Calculation: 143 lb / 2.2 = 65 kg; 65 kg × 5 mcg/kg = 325 mcg, rounded to the nearest whole number.
Question 4 of 5
A home care nurse is teaching a client about safe medication disposal. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Returning expired medication to a pharmacist ensures safe disposal, preventing misuse or environmental harm.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing a client's medical history before administering a new prescription for atropine. Which of the following client conditions is contraindicated?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Atropine's mydriatic effect increases intraocular pressure, worsening glaucoma, unlike other conditions listed.