ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 Retake 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer heparin subcutaneously to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take to minimize bleeding following the injection?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Grasping the skin stabilizes the tissue, reducing trauma and bleeding risk, which is critical for heparin, an anticoagulant.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving vancomycin by IV infusion over 30 min. Which of the following findings indicate the client experiencing a vancomycin infusion reaction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypotension can signal a vancomycin infusion reaction, such as anaphylaxis.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving high-dose metalopramide. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: High-dose metoclopramide can cause tardive dyskinesia, a serious movement disorder to monitor.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client about how to self-administer subcutaneous injections of enoxaparin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The air bubble in enoxaparin syringes ensures full dose delivery, a key instruction.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer heparin subcutaneously to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take to minimize bleeding following the injection?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Grasping the skin stabilizes the tissue, reducing trauma and bleeding risk, which is critical for heparin, an anticoagulant.