ATI RN
RN ATI Pharmacology 2019 Exam 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: C
Rationale: Priming with 0.9% sodium chloride prevents precipitation, as amphotericin B is incompatible with dextrose solutions.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is mixing regular insulin and NPH insulin in the same syringe prior to administering it to a client who has diabetes mellitus. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Injecting air into the NPH vial first prevents vacuum formation and contamination when drawing regular insulin first.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has pancreatic cancer and reports severe pain. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect to administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hydromorphone, a potent opioid, is appropriate for severe cancer pain, providing effective relief.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in the emergency department is admitting a client who has diabetic ketoacidosis and a blood glucose level of 100 mg/dl. Which of the following interventions should the nurse initiate first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fluid resuscitation with 0.9% sodium chloride is the priority in DKA to correct dehydration and restore intravascular volume.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has active pulmonary tuberculosis about management of medication for the disease. Which of the following statements is appropriate for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Multidrug therapy with two or more antibiotics is standard for TB to prevent resistance, ensuring effective treatment.