ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 III Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer total parenteral nutrition to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Refrigeration prevents bacterial growth, and warming to room temperature enhances comfort.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory data of a client who is receiving filgrastim. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor to evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Filgrastim boosts WBC production; monitoring WBC count assesses its effectiveness.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has major depressive disorder and a prescription for venlafaxine. For which of the following findings should the nurse notify the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Venlafaxine commonly causes hypertension, requiring provider notification.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to mix short-acting insulin with NPH insulin from two vials. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Injecting air into the short-acting insulin vial first prevents contamination of the clear insulin with cloudy NPH, ensuring accurate dosing. NPH should be drawn second, timing isn't strictly 20 minutes, and one syringe is sufficient.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a gonococcal infection and has been prescribed an IM injection of ceftriaxone. The client refuses the medication because they are afraid of needles. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Discussing alternatives respects the client's fear and promotes collaboration.