ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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: C
Rationale: Furosemide and amikacin both have ototoxic potential, increasing the risk of hearing loss when combined.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who develops an anaphylactic reaction to IV antibiotic administration. After assessing the client's respiratory status and stopping the medication infusion. Which of the following actions should the nurse take next?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Epinephrine is the priority treatment in anaphylaxis to reverse the severe allergic response by constricting blood vessels, relaxing lung smooth muscles, and reducing swelling.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients. Which of the following situations requires an incident report?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administering insulin 1 hour before the scheduled time is a medication error that could affect the client's blood glucose levels and requires documentation via an incident report to ensure proper follow-up and prevent future occurrences.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for nifedipine. Which of the following findings should the nurse assess prior to administration of the medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker used to treat hypertension and angina; assessing blood pressure prior to administration ensures it is safe to give, as it can cause hypotension.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse accidently administers metformin instead of metoprolol to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Metformin can cause hypoglycemia; checking the glucose level is the priority after this medication error.