ATI RN
ATI N303 Pharmacology Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to teach a client about a new medication. Which of the following strategies should the nurse plan to use? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: Active listening, open-ended questions, and the teach-back method enhance understanding, address concerns, and confirm comprehension during teaching.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer medications to a client who states, 'I don't want to take those drugs.' Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Asking the client why they refuse helps identify concerns or misconceptions, allowing the nurse to address them and promote informed decision-making.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is on warfarin therapy for atrial fibrillation. The client's INR is 5.2. Which of the following medications should the nurse prepare to administer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Vitamin K reverses warfarin's anticoagulant effects by promoting clotting factor synthesis, reducing the high INR of 5.2, which indicates an increased bleeding risk.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning to administer ceftriaxone IM to an adult client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Z-track technique prevents leakage of ceftriaxone, an irritating medication, into subcutaneous tissue, reducing discomfort and complications.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has difficulty swallowing medications and is prescribed enteric-coated aspirin PO once daily. The client asks if the medication can be crushed to make it easier to swallow. Which of the following responses should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Crushing enteric-coated aspirin disrupts its protective coating, causing immediate release in the stomach, which can lead to irritation or reduced efficacy.