ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 V Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients. Which of the following situations requires an incident report?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Administering insulin 1 hour before the scheduled time could lead to hypoglycemia, necessitating an incident report to document the deviation and assess the client's response.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to transcribe a prescription for a client that reads 'ondansetron 8 mg by mouth every 12 hr PRN.' Which of the following parts of the prescription should the nurse clarify with the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The prescription lacks the reason for ondansetron use, which is critical to ensure it's appropriate for the intended indication, such as nausea prevention.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer heparin subcutaneously to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take to minimize bleeding following the injection?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Grasping the skin stabilizes the tissue and reduces bleeding risk during subcutaneous heparin injection, an anticoagulant.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a group of clients about proper disposal of unused pain medications at home. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Mixing medications with coffee grounds deters ingestion and ensures safe disposal in the trash.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory data of a client who is receiving filgrastim. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor to evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Filgrastim stimulates white blood cell production; monitoring WBC count evaluates its effectiveness in boosting immunity.