ATI RN
RN ATI Pharmacology 2019 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing a client's laboratory results before administering furosemide 40 mg IV bolus. For which of the following values should the nurse withhold the medication and contact the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A potassium level of 2.5 mEq/L is low; furosemide can worsen hypokalemia, risking arrhythmias, so contact the provider.
Question 3 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.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in the emergency department is admitting a client who has diabetic ketoacidosis and a blood glucose level of 100 mg/dl. Which of the following interventions should the nurse initiate first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fluid resuscitation with 0.9% sodium chloride is the priority in DKA to correct dehydration and restore intravascular volume.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is completing a medication reconciliation for a client prior to his transfer to a long-term care facility. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Removing duplicate medications ensures accuracy and safety, preventing errors in the reconciliation process.