ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse working in radiology administers iodine to a patient who is having a computed tomography (CT) scan. The nurse working on the oncology unit administers chemotherapy to patients who have cancer. At the Public Health Department, a nurse administers a measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine to a 14-month-old child as a routine immunization. Which branch of pharmacology best describes the actions of all three nurses?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pharmacotherapeutics involves using drugs for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention, encompassing the nurses' actions in administering iodine, chemotherapy, and vaccines.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer a medication from a unit-dose system. The nurse verifies that the medication, dose, and time are correct and that the expiration date was the day prior. Which action is correct?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Expired medications may lose potency or stability, posing safety risks. Returning the medication to the pharmacy ensures a non-expired dose is provided, maintaining patient safety.
Question 3 of 5
Before marketing a new drug that has been approved for use based on clinical effectiveness and safety, the manufacturer wishes to study the potential new uses for the drug. This is an example of which phase of study?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Phase IV (post-marketing) studies explore new uses and long-term effects after drug approval.
Question 4 of 5
When administering topical medications, which is an important nursing action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hand hygiene before and after applying topical medications prevents infection and cross-contamination, a universal precaution.
Question 5 of 5
A 70-year-old patient has just received a drug that can cause sedation. What would be the priority nursing diagnosis for this patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sedation increases fall risk, particularly in elderly patients, making 'risk for injury' the priority nursing diagnosis.