ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Endocrine and Hematology Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer 0.99% sodium chloride (NaCl) 750 mL IV to infuse over 8 hr. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr? (Round to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.).
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Divide the total volume (750 mL) by the infusion time (8 hr): 750 mL ÷ 8 hr = 93.75 ≈ 94 mL/hr.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving heparin by IV infusion. Which of the following medications should the nurse have available in the event of an overdose?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Protamine reverses heparin's anticoagulant effects by binding to it, neutralizing its action.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer amoxicillin 250 mg PO. Available is amoxicillin oral suspension 125 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.).
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Calculate: (250 mg ÷ 125 mg/5 mL) × 5 mL = 10 mL.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in the emergency department is assisting with the care of a client who has a deep laceration on her left lower forearm and is bleeding heavily from the wound. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Applying direct pressure is the first step to control bleeding and prevent further blood loss.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge instructions for a client who has asthma and is about to start taking theophylline. The nurse should instruct the client to monitor which of the following findings is an adverse effect of the medication.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Theophylline can cause tachycardia as an adverse effect due to its stimulant properties on the heart.