ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is consulting a formulary about a client's new prescription for raloxifene. The nurse should identify that this medication is used to treat which of the following conditions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Raloxifene, a SERM, treats osteoporosis by improving bone density. It may increase DVT risk and is not used for UTI or hypothyroidism.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client's IV infusion site and notes that the site is cool and edematous. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A warm, moist compress promotes fluid absorption and circulation in an infiltrated site. Other actions are incorrect.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has active pulmonary tuberculosis about management of medication for the disease. Which of the following statements is appropriate for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Multiple drugs prevent TB resistance. Other statements are incorrect.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer enoxaparin to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Applying firm pressure after enoxaparin injection minimizes bruising. The air bubble should not be expelled, the needle should be inserted fully, and enoxaparin is given subcutaneously, not intramuscularly.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is mixing regular insulin and NPH insulin in the same syringe prior to administering it to a client who has diabetes mellitus. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Injecting air into the NPH vial first prevents contamination of regular insulin. The sequence is: air into NPH, air into regular, withdraw regular, then withdraw NPH.