ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 V 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: D
Rationale: Grasping the skin stabilizes the tissue and reduces bleeding risk during subcutaneous heparin injection, an anticoagulant.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who develops an anaphylactic reaction to IV antibiotic administration. After assessing the client's respiratory status and stopping the medication infusion, which of the following actions should the nurse take next?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Epinephrine IM is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis, rapidly reversing life-threatening symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients. Which of the following situations requires an incident report?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Administering insulin 1 hour before the scheduled time could lead to hypoglycemia, necessitating an incident report to document the deviation and assess the client's response.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing a client's medical history before administering a new prescription for atropine. Which of the following client conditions is contraindicated?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Atropine is contraindicated in glaucoma due to its potential to increase intraocular pressure, exacerbating the condition.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse accidently administers metformin instead of metoprolol to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Metformin can cause hypoglycemia; checking glucose levels is critical to detect and manage this potential adverse effect promptly.