ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Endocrine and Hematology Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer heparin subcutaneously to a client. Which of the following is an appropriate action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Heparin is administered subcutaneously in the abdomen above the iliac crest to ensure proper absorption and reduce complications.
Question 2 of 5
Which medication should the nurse have available to reverse heparin's effects for a client who has thrombophlebitis and is receiving a continuous heparin infusion?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Protamine sulfate neutralizes heparin's anticoagulant effects, reversing its action in case of overdose.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer insulin lispro to a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Insulin lispro, a rapid-acting insulin, should be injected 15 minutes before a meal to match glucose absorption.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer cefixime to a patient. The dose is 200 mg PO. Available is cefixime oral suspension 100 mg/mL. How many milliliters should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Divide the prescribed dose (200 mg) by the concentration (100 mg/mL): 200 mg ÷ 100 mg/mL = 2 mL.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has diabetes mellitus and a new prescription for lispro and Lantus insulins. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Unopened insulin vials must be refrigerated to maintain potency until their expiration date.