ATI RN
ATI NUR 112 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is providing discharge instructions for a client with metastatic cancer who is prescribed morphine for bone pain. Which information from the client indicates to the nurse an understanding of the medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Morphine causes constipation, so monitoring bowels and using stool softeners is critical. Grapefruit juice doesn’t affect morphine, benzodiazepines risk CNS depression, and agitation/insomnia are uncommon.
Question 2 of 5
The healthcare provider prescribes enoxaparin sodium 80 mg SUBQ three times daily. The nurse is preparing a preloaded 1 mL syringe labeled 'Enoxaparin sodium injection, USP 60 mg/0.6 mL.' How many mL should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Calculation: 60 mg/0.6 mL = 100 mg/mL; 80 mg ÷ 100 mg/mL = 0.8 mL. Thus, 0.8 mL delivers the prescribed 80 mg.
Question 3 of 5
A client who is receiving pregabalin for fibromyalgia complains of tremors in the hands. Which action should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tremors are a side effect of pregabalin, requiring provider notification for dose adjustment. Antianxiety drugs, blood pressure, or glucose levels are unrelated.
Question 4 of 5
A female client who is starting a new prescription for doxycycline hyclate tells the nurse that she takes birth control pills. Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Doxycycline reduces contraceptive efficacy, requiring additional contraception. No contraindication exists, timing separation is irrelevant, and stopping pills is unnecessary.
Question 5 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.