ATI RN
RN ATI Pharmacology 2019 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who is receiving a blood transfusion. Which of the following findings indicates that the nurse should administer epinephrine?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Urticaria signals an allergic transfusion reaction, warranting epinephrine to manage potential anaphylaxis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse recently administered filgrastim intravenously to a client who has cancer and is receiving cytotoxic chemotherapy. For which of the following data, discovered after the medication was administered, should the nurse file an incident report?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Filgrastim requires refrigeration; leaving it at room temperature for 2 hours risks reduced efficacy, warranting an incident report.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is transcribing a new prescription for a client which states, 'Diphenhydramine 50 mg NOW.' Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The 'NOW' order is ambiguous, requiring clarification from the provider to ensure safe and timely administration, preventing potential errors.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the plan of care with a client who has a new prescription for lovastatin. Which of the following statements by the client should indicate to the nurse a need for further assessment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hepatitis B affects liver function, which metabolizes lovastatin, requiring assessment for potential contraindications or dose adjustments.
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: B
Rationale: Injecting air into the NPH vial first prevents vacuum formation and contamination when drawing regular insulin first.