ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which category is characterized as objective data?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Objective data are measurable and verifiable, like lab values from diagnostic tests. Ages, dietary patterns, and supplement use rely on patient self-reporting, making them subjective.
Question 2 of 5
When administering topical medications, which is an important nursing action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Wearing gloves prevents nurse exposure to the medication and reduces contamination risk, essential for safe topical application.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is administering medication at the bedside. Which of the following actions should be the first priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Verifying the patient's identity is the first priority to ensure the right patient receives the medication, preventing errors.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse understands that the length of time needed for a drug to reach the minimum effective concentration (MEC) is the
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Onset of action is the time from administration to when the drug reaches MEC, initiating its therapeutic effect, influenced by absorption and distribution rates.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving a high dose of intravenous azithromycin to treat an infection. The patient is also taking acetaminophen for pain. The nurse should expect to review which lab values when monitoring for this drug side effects?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Azithromycin and acetaminophen can cause hepatotoxicity, requiring liver enzyme monitoring to detect potential liver damage.