ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client about how to self-administer subcutaneous injections of enoxaparin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The air bubble in the enoxaparin syringe ensures the full dose is administered and should not be expelled.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a medication to a client for the first time and needs to know about potential food and medication interactions. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Consulting a drug reference guide provides accurate, specific information about potential food and medication interactions.
Question 3 of 5
A home care nurse is teaching a client about safe medication disposal. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Returning expired medication to the pharmacist ensures safe disposal and complies with regulations.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client with hypertension who is receiving propranolol. Which of the following findings requires the nurse's intervention?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Propranolol is a beta-blocker that can cause bradycardia; a heart rate of 56/min may require intervention if it indicates symptomatic bradycardia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving ondansetron IV. Which of the following findings is an indication that the ondansetron is effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ondansetron is an antiemetic; decreased nausea indicates it is effectively controlling vomiting.