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ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client's peripheral IV infusion of a vesicant medication and observes swelling and coolness of the skin at the insertion site. After stopping the infusion, which of the following actions should the nurse take next?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Remove the IV catheter is the correct next step after stopping the infusion. Removing the catheter helps to prevent further leakage of the vesicant into the surrounding tissue, minimizing the risk of tissue damage.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning to administer a prefilled syringe of enoxaparin to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Administer the medication into the anterolateral or posterolateral abdominal area is correct. Enoxaparin should be administered subcutaneously into the anterolateral or posterolateral abdominal area to ensure proper absorption and minimize complications.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a group of clients. Which of the following client's medications should be monitored by the nurse for hearing loss related to a medication interaction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Furosemide and amikacin is the correct combination. Both furosemide (a loop diuretic) and amikacin (an aminoglycoside antibiotic) have ototoxic potential, and their combined use increases the risk of hearing loss.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing manifestations of acute cocaine toxicity. Which of the following medication prescriptions should the nurse anticipate administering?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Diazepam is a benzodiazepine that is commonly used to manage the symptoms of acute cocaine toxicity. It helps to control agitation, seizures, and muscle spasms, which are common manifestations of cocaine overdose. Diazepam's sedative and anticonvulsant properties make it an effective choice in this scenario.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking digoxin to treat heart failure. Which of the following factors predisposes this client to developing digoxin toxicity?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Taking a high-ceiling diuretic, such as furosemide, can lead to hypokalemia (low potassium levels), which increases the risk of digoxin toxicity. Low potassium levels enhance the effects of digoxin on the heart, making toxicity more likely.