ATI RN
ATI RN Med Surg Pharm Competence Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client with bacterial conjunctivitis of the right eye, and a prescription for an antibiotic ophthalmic ointment. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Applying a thin line of ointment into the conjunctival sac ensures effective delivery without irritating the eye.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and receiving fentanyl via patient controlled analgesia. The client has a prescription for naloxone. The nurse understands that the purpose of naloxone is which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Naloxone is an opioid antagonist that reverses the effects of opioids, particularly respiratory depression.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer diphenhydramine to a client who is to receive a blood transfusion. The nurse should explain that the purpose of diphenhydramine is to prevent which of the following manifestations of a transfusion reaction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine used to prevent allergic reactions, such as urticaria (hives), during blood transfusions.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer enteric-coated aspirin to an older adult client who had a cerebrovascular accident and has difficulty swallowing medications. The client asks the nurse if she will crush the medication to make it easier to swallow. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Crushing an enteric-coated medication destroys its protective coating, leading to rapid absorption and potential stomach irritation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has been taking omeprazole for the past 4 weeks. The nurse determines that the medication is effective when the client reports relief from which of the following symptoms?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that relieves acid indigestion or heartburn.