ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 Retake 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client whose current bag of total parenteral nutrition (TPN) has finished infusing, and the next bag is not yet available. Which of the following fluids should the nurse prepare to administer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dextrose 10% prevents hypoglycemia until the next TPN bag is available.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing the vital signs of a client who is taking amiodarone. The nurse should anticipate which of the following findings as an adverse effect of the medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Amiodarone commonly causes bradycardia due to its negative chronotropic effect on the heart, making it a key adverse effect to monitor.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer propranolol to a client. Which of the following should the nurse assess prior to administering this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Propranolol, a beta-blocker, can lower heart rate, so assessing it first prevents exacerbation of bradycardia.
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: B
Rationale: Returning medications to the pharmacist ensures safe, environmentally friendly disposal.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to mix short-acting insulin with NPH insulin from two vials. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Injecting air prevents a vacuum, easing withdrawal of short-acting insulin first.