ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has multiple allergies about using an epinephrine auto-injector. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In emergencies, epinephrine auto-injectors can be administered through clothing to ensure rapid delivery.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has major depression and a new prescription for citalopram. Which of the following adverse effects is the priority for the nurse to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Confusion can indicate a serious adverse effect of citalopram, such as serotonin syndrome or neurological impairment, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory report of a client who has bipolar disorder prior to the administration of lithium carbonate. The client's lithium level is 0.6 mEq/L. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A lithium level of 0.6 mEq/L is at the lower end of the therapeutic range; a dosage increase may be needed for optimal efficacy.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Which of the following routes of administration should the nurse use?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: TPN requires a central venous access device due to its high osmolarity, which can damage peripheral veins.