ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
What is the responsibility of the nurse related to the patient's drug therapy? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: Nurses educate patients to promote adherence and evaluate therapy effectiveness, but altering regimens or recommending OTC drugs exceeds their scope.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse learns that a patient cannot afford a prescribed medication and enlists the assistance of the social worker and an outside agency to provide medications at a lower cost. Which QSEN competency do the nurse's actions best demonstrate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Addressing financial barriers to medication access reflects patient-centered care, prioritizing the patient's individual needs and values.
Question 3 of 5
What is the responsibility of the nurse related to the patient's drug therapy? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: Nurses educate patients to promote adherence and evaluate therapy effectiveness, but altering regimens or recommending OTC drugs exceeds their scope.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer a medication and reviews the patient's chart for drug allergies, serum creatinine, and blood urea nitrogen (BUN) levels. The nurse's actions are reflective of which phase of the nursing process?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reviewing allergies and lab values (e.g., creatinine, BUN) is part of the assessment phase, gathering data to ensure safe medication administration and identify risks.
Question 5 of 5
Which law(s) govern all drug administration by nurses?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Nurse Practice Acts define the scope of nursing practice, including drug administration, outlining legal responsibilities and safety requirements.