ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 III Questions
Extract:
Vital Signs
Nurses' Notes
1 week ago:
Temperature 37° C (98.6° F) Heart rate 64/min Respiratory rate 12/min
Blood pressure 118/72 mm Hg Today:
Temperature 37.2° C (98.9° F) Heart rate 82/min Respiratory rate 16/min
Blood pressure 110/68 mm Hg
A nurse is caring for a client in the clinic.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following client statements indicates to the nurse the teaching was effective? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: Saline rinses soothe stomatitis, avoiding alcohol prevents irritation, and soft foods reduce trauma. Firm-bristle brushes worsen irritation, and folic acid is recommended with methotrexate, not avoided.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for rifampin. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rifampin causes orange urine, a benign effect clients should expect; it does affect contraceptives and stains contacts.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in an emergency department is administering naloxone to a client who is experiencing opioid toxicity. Following administration of the medication, which of the following should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Naloxone reverses respiratory depression; assessing breath sounds ensures airway and breathing are restored.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a scheduled dose of warfarin to a client. Which of the following laboratory tests should the nurse review prior to administration?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: PT monitors warfarin's anticoagulant effect, ensuring safe dosing.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a prescription for cefaclor. Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as an indication of an allergic reaction?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pruritus (itching) is a classic allergic reaction sign, unlike neurological or urinary symptoms.