ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
In response to the patient's question about how to know whether drugs are safe, the nurse explains that all medications undergo rigorous scientific testing controlled by what organization?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The FDA oversees rigorous testing for drug safety and efficacy before market approval, ensuring medications meet regulatory standards.
Question 2 of 5
In response to the patient's question about how to know whether drugs are safe, the nurse explains that all medications undergo rigorous scientific testing controlled by what organization?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The FDA oversees rigorous testing for drug safety and efficacy before market approval, ensuring medications meet regulatory standards.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
What factors can influence drug absorption? (Select all apply)
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Liver function affects metabolism and first-pass effects, while the route of administration (e.g., oral vs. IV) directly impacts absorption rates.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse prepares to change a patient's medication from an intravenous to an oral form and notes that the oral form is ordered in a higher dose. The nurse understands that this is due to differences in
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oral medications have lower bioavailability due to first-pass metabolism, requiring higher doses than IV to achieve the same effect.