ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam Final 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: B
Rationale: Expired medications should be discarded to ensure safety and efficacy.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client Who has a new prescription for regular insulin and NPH insulin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Storing open insulin vials at room temperature ensures comfort and maintains efficacy.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has asthma and a new prescription for inhaled beclomethasone. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rinsing the mouth after beclomethasone inhalation prevents oral thrush and throat irritation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client Who requires a medication that is packaged in a single dose glass ampule. Which of the following techniques should the nurse use when opening the glass ampule?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tapping the top and breaking toward the body ensures safe and accurate ampule opening.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has streptococcal pneumonia and a prescription for penicillin Gby intermittent IV bolus. 10 minutes into the infusion of the third dose, the client reports that the IV site itches and that he feels dizzy and short of breath. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Stopping the infusion is the priority to prevent worsening anaphylaxis, indicated by itching, dizziness, and shortness of breath.