ATI RN
ATI N303 Pharmacology Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing a medication for a client and observes the date of expiration on the vial occurred 2 months ago. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Expired medications may be ineffective or unsafe due to degradation, so discarding them ensures patient safety and prevents potential harm.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer medications to a client who states, 'I don't want to take those drugs.' Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Asking the client why they refuse helps identify concerns or misconceptions, allowing the nurse to address them and promote informed decision-making.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing an older adult client who is receiving IV therapy. The nurse should recognize that which of the following findings indicates fluid volume excess? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Bounding pulse, pitting edema, and crackles indicate fluid volume excess due to increased blood volume, tissue fluid accumulation, and pulmonary congestion.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a peripheral IV with a continuous infusion. Which of the following findings is a manifestation of phlebitis? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Erythema, streak formation, warmth, and throbbing indicate vein inflammation characteristic of phlebitis, requiring intervention to prevent further complications.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse administers the wrong medication to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Checking vital signs first assesses the client's immediate condition, identifying any adverse effects from the wrong medication to guide further action.