ATI RN
ATI RN pharmacology 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who speaks a different language and is having difficulty understanding them. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A trained interpreter ensures accurate, professional communication.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing the breath sounds of an adult client who has pneumonia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A systematic side-to-side pattern ensures thorough comparison of breath sounds.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is discussing community support services with an adult client who has cognitive disabilities and their guardian. The guardian reports that the client's need for help with activities of daily living has increased recently. Which of the following referrals is most important to promote the client's quality of life?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An occupational therapist can enhance independence in ADLs, directly improving quality of life.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a group of nurses about ways to advocate for clients. Which of the following suggestions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Advocacy includes protecting clients from harmful alternatives while providing safe options.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving a blood transfusion. The nurse notes lung crackles, hypoxia, and distended neck veins. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Stopping the transfusion prevents further overload; high-Fowler's aids breathing; diuretics relieve fluid buildup; oxygen treats hypoxia.