ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 V Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a hazardous IV medication to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Wear gloves when handling the medication. This is essential to prevent direct contact with the hazardous IV medication, reducing the risk of exposure and contamination. Administering the medication in a negative pressure room (
A) is unnecessary for routine administration and may not be feasible in all settings. Protective footwear (
B) is not directly related to handling IV medication. Wearing an N95 respiratory mask (
D) is not necessary unless the medication produces airborne particles.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is taking warfarin. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as the priority to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Melena. Melena is a serious side effect of warfarin, indicating gastrointestinal bleeding. This is a priority because it can lead to life-threatening complications. Abdominal cramping (
B) could also be concerning but is not as urgent as melena. Fever (
C) is not directly related to warfarin use. Hair loss (
D) is not typically associated with warfarin and is a lower priority.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving ondansetron IV. Which of the following findings is an indication that the ondansetron is effective?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Decreased nausea. Ondansetron is an antiemetic medication used to prevent nausea and vomiting. A decrease in nausea indicates the medication is effective in managing the client's symptoms. Increased urinary output (choice
A) is not necessarily related to the effectiveness of ondansetron. Reduced dizziness (choice
B) may be a side effect of the medication but does not directly indicate its effectiveness against nausea. Absence of peripheral neuropathy (choice
D) is not a common effect of ondansetron and is not a reliable indicator of its effectiveness.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer propranolol to a client. Which of the following should the nurse assess prior to administering this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Heart rate. Propranolol is a beta-blocker that primarily works by slowing down the heart rate and reducing blood pressure.
Therefore, it is crucial for the nurse to assess the client's heart rate before administering this medication to ensure it is within the safe range. Assessing the heart rate helps the nurse monitor for potential side effects such as bradycardia.
A: Pain level is not directly related to the administration of propranolol.
B: Temperature is not directly related to the administration of propranolol.
C: Respiratory rate is not the primary parameter to assess before administering propranolol.
In summary, assessing the heart rate is essential before administering propranolol to monitor its effects and ensure client safety.
Question 5 of 5
A home care nurse is teaching a client about safe medication disposal. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Return expired medication to the pharmacist. This is the safest and most environmentally friendly method of medication disposal. Pharmacies have proper protocols for disposing of medications to prevent harm to individuals and the environment.
Choice A is incorrect as flushing medication down the toilet can contaminate water sources.
Choice B is incorrect as throwing medication in the trash can lead to accidental ingestion by children or pets.
Choice D is incorrect as crushing medication and rinsing it down the sink can also harm the environment. It is essential to follow proper disposal guidelines to ensure the safety of everyone.