ATI RN
RN ATI Pharmacology 2019 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medication list of a client who has erectile dysfunction and is requesting a prescription for sildenafil. The nurse should identify that which of the following medications is a contraindication for receiving this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nitroglycerin with sildenafil causes severe hypotension due to combined vasodilatory effects, making it contraindicated.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving intravenous therapy. The nurse should identify which of the following findings as a manifestation of fluid volume excess?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Distended neck veins indicate fluid volume excess, reflecting increased venous pressure from fluid overload.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is mixing regular insulin and NPH insulin in the same syringe prior to administering it to a client who has diabetes mellitus. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Injecting air into the NPH vial first prevents vacuum formation and contamination when drawing regular insulin first.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse realizes that they failed to administer a medication that was due 4 hr ago to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing the client first ensures their safety, identifying any adverse effects from the missed dose before taking further steps.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory data of a client who is receiving filgrastim. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor to evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Filgrastim stimulates WBC production; monitoring WBC count, especially neutrophils, evaluates treatment effectiveness.