ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 V Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a scheduled dose of warfarin to a client. Which of the following laboratory tests should the nurse review prior to administration?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: PT monitors warfarin's anticoagulant effect by assessing the extrinsic coagulation pathway, ensuring therapeutic levels.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is to receive a corticosteroid injection. The client states, 'I am not taking that injection today.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Informing the provider respects the client's autonomy and facilitates further discussion about their refusal.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory data of a client who is receiving filgrastim. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor to evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Filgrastim stimulates white blood cell production; monitoring WBC count evaluates its effectiveness in boosting immunity.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has septic shock and is receiving dopamine by continuous IV infusion. Which of the following findings indicates that the nurse should increase the rate of infusion?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypotension indicates insufficient dopamine effect in septic shock, necessitating an increased infusion rate to support blood pressure.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for mirtazapine. Which of the following medications should the nurse identify as a contraindication to the client's new prescription?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Linezolid with mirtazapine increases serotonin syndrome risk, a potentially life-threatening condition due to elevated serotonin levels.