ATI RN
ATI RN pharmacology 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who wants to stop receiving treatment for terminal cancer. The client's family asks the nurse if it is possible to continue the treatment without the client's knowledge. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Competent adults have the legal and ethical right to refuse treatment.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client about proper use of a cane for maximum support. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Holding the cane on the stronger side provides better support and stability.
Question 3 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.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to provide foot care for a client who is ambulatory. Identify the sequence of steps the nurse should follow when performing foot care.
Correct Answer: B,C,E,D,A
Rationale: Assist into sitting position, soak feet, rub calluses, dry feet, apply lotion ensures systematic care.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients. Which of the following actions by the nurse demonstrates client advocacy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Advocacy involves ensuring the client's wishes are honored, such as communicating their organ donation preference to the family.