ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer an antibiotic via intermittent IV bolus to a client who is already receiving an infusion of 0.9% sodium chloride at 100 mL/hr. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hanging the secondary infusion higher ensures gravity flow of the antibiotic until completion.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for epoetin alfa. Which of the following routes should the nurse plan to use for administration?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Epoetin alfa is administered subcutaneously to stimulate red blood cell production.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who received midazolam IV for moderate (conscious) sedation. Which of the following assessments is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Midazolam risks respiratory depression; oxygen saturation ensures adequate ventilation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning to teach a group of nurses about the uses of mannitol. Which of the following client conditions is an indication for administering this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Mannitol reduces intraocular pressure by drawing fluid from the eye in conditions like glaucoma.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer erythromycin 2 g PO daily in equally divided doses every 6 hr. How many mg should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 2 g = 2000 mg; 2000 mg ÷ 4 doses = 500 mg/dose.