ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning to administer a prefilled syringe of enoxaparin to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Administer the medication into the anterolateral or posterolateral abdominal area is correct. Enoxaparin should be administered subcutaneously into the anterolateral or posterolateral abdominal area to ensure proper absorption and minimize complications.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving diazepam for moderate (conscious) sedation. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to assess for an adverse reaction to the medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Monitor the client's oxygen saturation is crucial when administering diazepam for sedation. Diazepam can cause respiratory depression, so monitoring oxygen saturation helps ensure the client is receiving adequate oxygen.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the list of current medications for a client who has a new prescription for nitroglycerin. The nurse should identify that which of the following client medications is contraindicated for use with nitroglycerin?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sildenafil is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor used to treat erectile dysfunction. It is contraindicated with nitroglycerin because both medications cause vasodilation, which can lead to severe hypotension and cardiovascular collapse. Patients should not use these medications together.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing an adult client who is receiving morphine via continuous IV infusion. The nurse should identify that which of the following is the priority finding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Respirations deep at a rate of 10/min is the priority because morphine can cause respiratory depression, which can be life-threatening. Monitoring and addressing respiratory status is critical when administering opioids.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to mix short-acting insulin with NPH insulin from two vials. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Inject air into the vial to withdraw the short-acting insulin is the correct procedure. The nurse should first inject air into the NPH vial without drawing up any insulin, then inject air into the short-acting insulin vial and withdraw the required dose. This prevents contamination of the short-acting insulin with NPH insulin.