ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Pharm Comprehensive Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for an adolescent who has hemophilia A and is scheduled for wisdom teeth extractions. Prior to the procedure, the nurse should anticipate that the client will receive which of the following products?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Recombinant factor VIII is the specific treatment for hemophilia A and is administered prior to procedures to prevent bleeding.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a fractured ulna and a new prescription for cyclobenzaprine. Before administering, which of the following explanations should the nurse provide to explain the purpose of the medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cyclobenzaprine is a muscle relaxant used to relieve muscle spasms, which can occur with fractures.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has pneumonia and a prescription for oxygen therapy at 5 L/min via nasal cannula. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Attaching a humidifier bottle to the base of the flow meter helps to humidify the oxygen, preventing dryness and irritation of the nasal passages, which is appropriate for oxygen flow rates above 4 L/min.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a pre-packaged oral medication to a client and complete the final medication check. At which of the following times or places should the nurse perform this final check?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Performing the final check at the client's bedside before administration ensures the correct medication is given to the correct client, preventing medication errors.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and is to start using fluticasone by MDI twice daily. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Inspecting the mouth for lesions daily is important to detect oral thrush, a potential side effect of inhaled corticosteroids.