ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who has diabetes mellitus and is taking glipizide. Which of the following values indicates that the client is adhering to the treatment plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An HbA1c of 6.8% indicates good glycemic control, suggesting adherence to the glipizide treatment plan.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is to start therapy with lovastatin. The nurse should prepare the client for which of the following diagnostic assessments?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lovastatin, a statin, can cause hepatotoxicity, so liver function tests are necessary to monitor for adverse effects.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer heparin subcutaneously to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take to minimize bleeding following the injection?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Grasping the skin creates a fold, reducing the risk of bleeding by avoiding deep tissue injection.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse on a medical-surgical unit is preparing to administer an influenza vaccine to a client. The client tells the nurse, 'I no longer want to receive this vaccine.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This response respects the client's autonomy while acknowledging the vaccine's importance, maintaining a therapeutic relationship.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about expired medications. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Returning expired medications to the pharmacy ensures proper disposal, preventing environmental harm or misuse.