ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer digoxin orally to a client. Identify the sequence of steps the nurse should take.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: The correct sequence ensures safety: retrieve medication, verify client identity, prepare the dose, and document administration.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer potassium chloride elixir 20 mEq/day PO to divide equally every 12 hr. Available is 6.7 mEq/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Total dose is 20 mEq/day, so 10 mEq per dose every 12 hours. Calculation: (10 mEq / 6.7 mEq) x 5 mL = 7.46 mL, rounded to 7.5 mL per dose.
Question 3 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: A
Rationale: Pioglitazone can lead to fluid retention, a significant adverse effect that may exacerbate conditions like heart failure in diabetic clients.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who is receiving morphine via continuous epidural infusion. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pruritus is a common side effect of epidural morphine due to histamine release, requiring monitoring and possible intervention.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is in shock and is receiving an infusion of albumin. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Albumin, a plasma expander, increases blood volume and is expected to raise blood pressure in a client with shock.