ATI RN
RN ATI Pharmacology 2019 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer cimetidine 300 mg IV over 15 min to a client. Available is cimetidine 300 mg/100 mL of 0.9% sodium chloride. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
To infuse 100 mL in 15 min (0.25 hr), the rate is 100 ÷ 0.25 = 400 mL/hr, ensuring accurate delivery.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetes mellitus and is taking pioglitazone. The nurse should plan to monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pioglitazone can cause fluid retention, leading to edema and potential heart failure exacerbation, requiring careful monitoring.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A nurse is monitoring for an infusion reaction for a client who is receiving a dose of IV amphotericin B. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the client is experiencing an acute infusion reaction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fever is a common sign of an acute infusion reaction to amphotericin B, indicating a systemic response.
Question 5 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: A
Rationale: Paroxetine, an SSRI, commonly causes drowsiness, especially during initial treatment or dose adjustments.