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ATI N303 Pharmacology Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medication administration records from the previous shift. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse a need for an incident report?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Crushing bupropion XL, an extended-release medication, alters its release mechanism, potentially causing overdose or reduced efficacy, warranting an incident report.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is on warfarin therapy for atrial fibrillation. The client's INR is 5.2. Which of the following medications should the nurse prepare to administer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Vitamin K reverses warfarin's anticoagulant effects by promoting clotting factor synthesis, reducing the high INR of 5.2, which indicates an increased bleeding risk.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer lidocaine 50 mg IV bolus. Available is lidocaine 200 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
To calculate: 50 mg ÷ 200 mg/mL = 0.25 mL, rounded to 0.3 mL, ensuring the correct lidocaine dose is administered.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer verapamil by IV bolus to a client who is having cardiac dysrhythmias. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor when giving this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Verapamil, a calcium channel blocker, can cause hypotension due to vasodilation, requiring careful monitoring during IV administration.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning to administer ceftriaxone IM to an adult client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Z-track technique prevents leakage of ceftriaxone, an irritating medication, into subcutaneous tissue, reducing discomfort and complications.