ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who received a dose of sodium polystyrene sulfonate. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication that the medication has been effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sodium polystyrene sulfonate lowers potassium levels; a potassium level of 4.6 mEq/L indicates effective treatment.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer enoxaparin 1 mg/kg subcutaneously every 12 hr. The client's weight is 121 lb. Available is enoxaparin 60 mg/0.6 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: 121 lb = 55 kg; 1 mg/kg × 55 kg = 55 mg; (55 mg / 60 mg) × 0.6 mL = 0.55 mL, rounded to 0.6 mL.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is discussing adverse reactions to pain medications in older adult clients with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following findings should the nurse include as risk factors for an adverse drug reaction? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Decreased renal function, multiple health problems, and polypharmacy increase the risk of adverse drug reactions in older adults.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of benign prostate hypertrophy and a prescription for doxazosin. The client tells the nurse, 'I do not want to take this medication. I would prefer a natural therapy.' Which of the following supplements should the nurse suggest the client discuss with the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Saw palmetto is commonly used to alleviate symptoms of benign prostate hypertrophy.