ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for lithium carbonate. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clients should report swelling of the feet, as it may indicate lithium toxicity or other complications requiring medical attention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer digoxin orally to a client. Identify the sequence of steps the nurse should take.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: The correct sequence ensures safety: retrieve medication, verify client identity, prepare the dose, and document administration.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing a client's 0800 laboratory values at 1100. The nurse notes that the client received heparin at 1000. Which of the following laboratory values warrants an incident report?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An aPTT of 90 seconds is significantly prolonged post-heparin, indicating possible excessive anticoagulation, requiring an incident report.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking lithium and reports starting a new exercise program. The nurse should assess the client for which of the following electrolyte imbalances?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Exercise-induced sweating can lead to sodium loss, and lithium can further increase hyponatremia risk, requiring careful monitoring.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has sinusitis and a new prescription for cefuroxime. Which of the following client information is the priority for the nurse to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A severe penicillin allergy may indicate a risk of cross-reactivity with cefuroxime, a cephalosporin, making it a priority to report.