ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Endocrine and Hematology Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following statements indicates that the client understands the effects of warfarin (coumadin)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Using an electric razor reduces the risk of bleeding, a key concern with warfarin's anticoagulant effects.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer heparin subcutaneously to a client. Which of the following is an appropriate action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Heparin is administered subcutaneously in the abdomen above the iliac crest to ensure proper absorption and reduce complications.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has asthma. The client asks the nurse how albuterol helps his breathing. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the response? (Select all that apply).
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Albuterol, a bronchodilator, relaxes airway muscles, preventing wheezing, opening airways, and reducing coughing.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer 0.99% sodium chloride (NaCl) 750 mL IV to infuse over 8 hr. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr? (Round to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.).
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Divide the total volume (750 mL) by the infusion time (8 hr): 750 mL ÷ 8 hr = 93.75 ≈ 94 mL/hr.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer levothyroxine 100mcg po to a client who has hypothyroidism. Available levothyroxine is 50 mcg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer? (Round off to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Divide the prescribed dose (100 mcg) by the tablet strength (50 mcg): 100 mcg ÷ 50 mcg/tablet = 2 tablets.