ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Final Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for four clients. After administering morning medications, she realizes that the nifedipine prescribed for one client was inadvertently administered to another client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nifedipine affects blood pressure and heart rate, so checking vital signs ensures client safety.
Question 2 of 5
Phenytoin has a narrow therapeutic index. The nurse recognizes that this characteristic indicates which of these?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Narrow therapeutic index means the safe and toxic plasma levels are very close, requiring careful monitoring.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is developing a care plan for a client who will be self-administering a metered-dose inhaler. Which statement reflects a measurable outcome?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Demonstration is a measurable outcome. It allows the nurse to pick any errors in the performance of the task in real time and hence corrections can be made.
Question 4 of 5
A client who has had abdominal surgery has been discharged on a cholinergic drug to assist in increasing gastrointestinal peristalsis. The nurse will teach this client to look for which therapeutic effect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cholinergic drugs increase intestinal tone and peristalsis hence passage of stool and flatus.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for lithium to treat bipolar disorder. The nurse should instruct the client to ensure an adequate intake of which of the following dietary elements?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lithium reduces urine concentration, leading to sodium and water loss, requiring adequate sodium intake.