ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology II Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When administering norepinephrine (Levophed), the nurse monitors the patient for:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Norepinephrine, a vasopressor, raises blood pressure, so the nurse monitors for hypertension as a potential adverse effect.
Question 2 of 5
A client presents with shock in the hospital, and has a history of a recent infection. What does the nurse suspect that this client is experiencing?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A recent infection suggests septic shock, driven by systemic inflammation, unlike other shock types.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a school-age child who has asthma. Which of the following medications should the nurse instruct the child to use to abort an ongoing attack?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Albuterol is used to rapidly relieve acute asthma symptoms, unlike montelukast, fluticasone, or cromolyn, which are for long-term control.
Question 4 of 5
The healthcare provider has ordered 1000 mL of 0.9% sodium chloride to be administered intravenously over 5 hours. The drop factor on the tubing is 15 drops/mL. How many milliliters per hour will you administer and how many drops per minute?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rate: 1000 mL / 5 hr = 200 mL/hr. Drops/min: (1000 mL × 15 drops/mL) / 300 min = 50 drops/min.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is being treated for peptic ulcer disease. Which medication should the client be taught to avoid?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: NSAIDs exacerbate peptic ulcers by reducing protective prostaglandins. H2-receptor blockers, antacids, and PPIs are beneficial.