ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is receiving morphine via continuous epidural infusion. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pruritus is a common side effect of epidural morphine due to histamine release, requiring monitoring and possible intervention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is in shock and is receiving an infusion of albumin. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Albumin, a plasma expander, increases blood volume and is expected to raise blood pressure in a client with shock.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning teaching for a client who is trying to quit smoking. Which of the following instructions about nicotine replacement options should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Avoiding beverages during and 15 minutes before using a nicotine lozenge ensures proper nicotine absorption.
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: Expelling the air bubble ensures accurate dosing of enoxaparin, a subcutaneous anticoagulant, preventing air injection.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client after administering phenytoin IV bolus for a seizure. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Phenytoin IV bolus can cause hypotension, particularly if administered too rapidly, making it a critical adverse effect to monitor.