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ATI NUR 112 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is planning discharge teaching for a client with type 2 diabetes mellitus who has a new prescription for insulin glargine. Which action should the nurse plan to include in the discharge teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Insulin glargine requires daily subcutaneous injection, so teaching self-injection is key. It’s not for hypoglycemia, dose isn’t meal-based, and DKA needs emergency care.
Question 2 of 5
A client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is receiving calcium acetate 667 mg PO. A decrease in which blood value indicates to the nurse that the medication is having the desired effect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Calcium acetate lowers phosphate by binding it in the gut. Potassium, pH, and calcium levels are not its primary targets.
Question 3 of 5
A female client with osteoporosis has been taking a weekly dose of oral risedronate for several weeks. The client calls the clinic nurse to report increasing heartburn. How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Heartburn suggests improper risedronate administration (e.g., not staying upright). Assessing technique corrects issues. Antacids, water reminders, or ER visits are less appropriate.
Question 4 of 5
A patient with peptic ulcer disease is scheduled to receive doses of pantoprazole IV and sucralfate PO before breakfast at 0800. The patient reports experiencing heartburn. The nurse brings the scheduled medications. Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Administering pantoprazole and sucralfate before breakfast ensures optimal acid suppression and ulcer protection. Antacids interfere with sucralfate, and food reduces its efficacy. Pantoprazole is most effective pre-meal.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is administering sucralfate to a client with stomatitis secondary to chemotherapy. The client wants to take the medication after breakfast. How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sucralfate requires an empty stomach for efficacy, so it must be taken 1 hour before meals. Post-meal dosing or documenting refusal is incorrect.