ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam Final Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a rectal suppository to a client. In which of the following positions should the nurse place the client for insertion of the suppository?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sim's position aligns the lower gastrointestinal tract for comfortable and effective suppository insertion.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new diagnosis of asthma. Which of the following medications should the nurse instruct the client to use to abort an acute asthma attack?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Albuterol, a short-acting beta-agonist, provides rapid bronchodilation for acute asthma attacks.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about the adverse effects of cisplatin. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cisplatin is ototoxic, potentially causing tinnitus and hearing loss.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer phenytoin 50 mg IV bolus to a client Who has a seizure disorder. The medication is supplied as a 50 mg/mL vial. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Phenytoin should be administered at 50 mg/min to prevent precipitation and adverse effects.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer blood to a client. The unit of blood on hand is type O negative, and the client has type A positive blood. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Type O negative is a universal donor, safe for clients with type A positive blood.