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RN ATI Pharmacology 2019 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a class about administering IV fluids to treat dehydration. The nurse should include in the teaching that which of the following laboratory values indicates effective treatment of dehydration?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A serum osmolarity of 310 mOsm, trending toward normal (280-300 mOsm), indicates effective rehydration by diluting blood concentration.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is transcribing a new prescription for a client which states, 'Diphenhydramine 50 mg NOW.' Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The 'NOW' order is ambiguous, requiring clarification from the provider to ensure safe and timely administration, preventing potential errors.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has pancreatic cancer and reports severe pain. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect to administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hydromorphone, a potent opioid, is appropriate for severe cancer pain, providing effective relief.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to titrate a continuous nitroprusside infusion for a client. The nurse should plan to titrate the infusion according to which of the following assessments?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Nitroprusside, a vasodilator, is titrated based on blood pressure to achieve the desired antihypertensive effect.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a prescription for ferrous gluconate. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Black stools are a common, harmless side effect of ferrous gluconate, but notification ensures no bleeding is mistaken.