ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing a client's medical record before administering acetaminophen 650 mg PO every 6 hr. Which of the following findings indicates a need for the nurse to notify the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acetaminophen is metabolized by the liver, and a history of alcohol use disorder may indicate compromised liver function, increasing the risk of hepatotoxicity. The nurse should notify the provider to assess the safety of administering acetaminophen.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has a prescription for erythromycin lactobionate IV bolus. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Erythromycin can cause ototoxicity, so monitoring for hearing loss is essential.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about self-administration of enoxaparin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Inserting the needle fully, grasping the skin, and alternating sites ensure proper administration and minimize complications. Massaging increases bleeding risk, and the air bubble should remain to ensure complete dosing.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has major depression and a new prescription for citalopram. Which of the following adverse effects is the priority for the nurse to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Confusion can indicate a serious adverse effect of citalopram, such as serotonin syndrome or neurological impairment, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who is to start taking clopidogrel. The nurse should instruct the client to monitor and report which of the following adverse effects of the medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clopidogrel is an antiplatelet medication that increases the risk of bleeding, which may manifest as bruising, a significant adverse effect that should be reported.