ATI RN
RN ATI Pharmacology 2019 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer medication to a client who has a prescription for epoetin alfa. Which of the following routes of administration should the nurse plan to use?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Epoetin alfa is administered intravenously to stimulate red blood cell production effectively.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse on a medical-surgical unit is preparing to administer an influenza vaccine to a client. The client tells the nurse, 'I no longer want to receive this vaccine.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acknowledging the client's autonomy while noting the vaccine's importance respects their decision without coercion.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning to administer medications to an older adult client who has dysphagia. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Mixing medications with semisolid food aids swallowing in dysphagia, reducing choking risk, if compatible.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to titrate a continuous nitroprusside infusion for a client. The nurse should plan to titrate the infusion according to which of the following assessments?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Nitroprusside, a vasodilator, is titrated based on blood pressure to achieve the desired antihypertensive effect.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer nitroglycerin topical ointment to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Spreading nitroglycerin ointment over a 12.7 cm area ensures even absorption and effective delivery.