ATI RN
ATI RN pharmacology 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who is immunocompromised and requires a protective environment. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Positive-pressure rooms keep pathogens out, protecting immunocompromised clients.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who speaks a different language and is having difficulty understanding them. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A trained interpreter ensures accurate, professional communication.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients. Which of the following actions by the nurse demonstrates client advocacy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Advocacy involves ensuring the client's wishes are honored, such as communicating their organ donation preference to the family.
Question 4 of 5
A charge nurse on an acute care unit is planning care for a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to promote the client's continuity of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Starting discharge planning on admission ensures a smooth care transition.
Extract:
Vital Signs
Medical History
Nurses' Notes
1000:
Temperature 36° C (96.8° F)
Blood pressure 118/56 mm Hg
Heart rate 92/min
Respiratory rate 18/min
Oxygen saturation 95% on room air
1200:
Temperature 37.2° C (99° F)
Blood pressure 104/56 mm Hg
Heart rate 62/min
Respiratory rate 12/min
Oxygen saturation 94% on room air
Question 5 of 5
The client is most at risk of developing ___ and ___
| urinary tract infection |
| delayed wound healing |
| deep vein thrombosis |
| atelectasis |
| paralytic ileus |
Correct Answer: D,E
Rationale: Atelectasis risk is high due to shallow breathing and morphine use suppressing respiratory effort post-surgery. Paralytic ileus is indicated by persistent hypoactive bowel sounds and opioid effects.