ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 I 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: D
Rationale: Furosemide and amikacin together increase the risk of ototoxicity, necessitating monitoring for hearing loss.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse realizes that they failed to administer a medication that was due 4 hr ago to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The priority is to assess the client for adverse reactions to ensure their safety, as the missed dose may have impacted their condition.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who has rheumatoid arthritis and a prescription for cyclosporine. The nurse should report which of the following laboratory values to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cyclosporine is nephrotoxic; a creatinine level of 1.5 mg/dL indicates potential kidney impairment, which should be reported.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer heparin subcutaneously to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take to minimize bleeding following the injection?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Grasping the skin creates a fold, reducing the risk of bleeding by avoiding deep tissue injection.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is to start therapy with lovastatin. The nurse should prepare the client for which of the following diagnostic assessments?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lovastatin, a statin, can cause hepatotoxicity, so liver function tests are necessary to monitor for adverse effects.