ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 Retake 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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: D
Rationale: Nitroprusside is titrated based on blood pressure to manage hypertension effectively.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: TPN delivers nutrients intravenously, bypassing digestion to rest the bowels, which is its primary purpose.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a prescription for cefaclor. Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as an indication of an allergic reaction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Itching (pruritus) is a hallmark of allergic reactions, common with antibiotics like cefaclor.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has heart failure and is taking furosemide. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the client is experiencing fluid volume deficit?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevated hematocrit indicates concentrated blood from fluid loss due to furosemide.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is administering 4 mg of hydromorphone to a client by mouth every 4 hr. The medication is provided as hydromorphone 8 mg per tablet. Which of the following actions is appropriate for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Disposing of the remaining controlled substance with a witness ensures accountability and prevents misuse, adhering to safety protocols.