ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam Final Questions
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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: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Discard the medication. Expired medications may lose potency or become ineffective, potentially causing harm. By discarding the expired medication, the nurse ensures the client's safety. Returning to the pharmacy (
A) is not appropriate as it could mistakenly be dispensed to another client. Notifying the provider (
C) may be necessary but is not the immediate action. Giving the medication (
D) is unsafe.
Question 2 of 5
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