ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about cyclosporine with a client who is postoperative following a kidney transplant. Which of the following statements indicates an understanding of the information?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cyclosporine increases infection risk; sore throat needs reporting. Ibuprofen risks kidney damage, slow rising isn't specific, and hair loss isn't typical.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for morphine 4 mg IM stat. The medication is dispensed in a 5 mg/mL prefilled syringe. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Excess morphine requires witnessed disposal due to controlled substance rules. Sharps , full dose , and saving are incorrect.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer medication to a client who has a new prescription. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Identifying the client with two identifiers prevents errors and is the first step. Calculation , validation , and documentation follow.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in an influenza clinic is collecting data from four clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse identify as having a contraindication for receiving the live attenuated form of the influenza vaccine?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pregnancy contraindicates LAIV due to fetal risk; IIV is used instead. Tattoos , travel , and rhinitis aren't contraindications.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer 17,000 units heparin subcutaneously. Available is heparin 20,000 units/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest hundredth. Use a leading zero if applicable. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 17,000 units ÷ 20,000 units/mL = 0.85 mL.