ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer amphotericin B lipid complex via intermittent IV bolus to a client who has infective endocarditis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Priming with 0.9% sodium chloride ensures compatibility and safe delivery of amphotericin B.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is receiving intermittent parenteral metronidazole. Which of the following conditions should the nurse recognize as an indication for this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Metronidazole treats anaerobic infections, including endocarditis caused by susceptible bacteria.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for paroxetine. The nurse should instruct the client to monitor for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Paroxetine, an SSRI, commonly causes drowsiness, especially during dose initiation.
Extract:
Vital Signs
Nurses' Notes
1 week ago:
Temperature 37° C (98.6° F)
Heart rate 64/min
Respiratory rate 12/min
Blood pressure 118/72 mm Hg
Today.
Temperature 37.2° C (98.9° F)
Heart rate 82/min
Respiratory rate 16/min
Blood pressure 110/68 mm Hg
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client in the clinic. Which of the following client statements indicates to the nurse the teaching about methotrexate for stomatitis was effective? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: A: Avoiding alcohol prevents worsening of stomatitis-related mucosal irritation. B: Soft or semisolid foods reduce discomfort by minimizing chewing irritation. C: Saline rinses every 2 hours promote healing and cleanliness of oral lesions.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a medication to a client when they discover that the wrong medication was dispensed by the pharmacy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reporting a near miss promotes system improvements without alarming the client unnecessarily.