ATI RN
ATI Clinical Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing a medication for a patient and observes the date of expiration on the vial occurred 2 months ago. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? What should the nurse do with expired medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Returning expired medication to the pharmacy ensures proper disposal. Giving or discarding directly is inappropriate.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is preparing a medication for a patient and observes the date of expiration on the vial occurred 2 months ago. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? What should the nurse do with expired medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Returning expired medication to the pharmacy ensures proper disposal. Giving or discarding directly is inappropriate.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving chemotherapy. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse report to the provider? Which lab value should the nurse report during chemotherapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Platelet count 50,000/mm3 indicates thrombocytopenia, increasing bleeding risk, requiring reporting. Other values are normal.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a 1-year-old child. Which of the following disorders should the nurse suspect? Which disorder should the nurse suspect in a 1-year-old?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Wilms tumor is a kidney cancer common in young children, most likely at age 1. Other disorders are less age-specific.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to infuse ampicillin and gentamicin sulfate intravenously. Which resource should the nurse first consult for information on medication compatibility? Which resource should the nurse consult for compatibility?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pharmacists have expertise and resources for drug compatibility, the best first resource.