ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who is receiving a unit of packed RBCs following surgery. Which of the following assessments is an indication that the client might be experiencing a hemolytic reaction?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dyspnea indicates a hemolytic reaction due to hemoglobin release into the bloodstream, causing respiratory distress. Vomiting, flushing, and hypotension are less specific to hemolysis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who is receiving a unit of packed RBCs following surgery. Which of the following assessments is an indication that the client might be experiencing a hemolytic reaction?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dyspnea indicates a hemolytic reaction due to hemoglobin release into the bloodstream, causing respiratory distress. Vomiting, flushing, and hypotension are less specific to hemolysis.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a continuous IV infusion of heparin. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Checking aPTT every 4 hours monitors heparin's anticoagulant effect, ensuring therapeutic levels, unlike specific tubing, excessive bolus, or vitamin K.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who is receiving a unit of packed red blood cells (RBCs) following surgery. Which of the following assessments is an indication that the client might be experiencing circulatory overload?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dyspnea indicates circulatory overload from fluid accumulation in the lungs, unlike bradycardia, flushing, or vomiting.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer digoxin to a client who has heart failure. Which of the following actions is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Evaluating for nausea, vomiting, and anorexia detects digoxin toxicity early, unlike withholding for tachycardia, short pulse checks, or low-potassium diets.