ATI RN
ATI Advanced Pharmacology Final Exam I Questions
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You are caring for a patient who takes an antiarrhythmic agent. What would be the priority nursing assessment before administering this drug?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Assess pulses and blood pressure. Before administering an antiarrhythmic agent, it is essential to assess the patient's pulses and blood pressure because these medications can affect cardiac function, potentially causing bradycardia or hypotension. Monitoring these vital signs helps to ensure the patient's safety and allows for early detection of any adverse effects. Assessing breath sounds (
B), mental status (
C), and urine output (
D) are important assessments but not the priority before administering an antiarrhythmic agent, as they are not directly related to the medication's potential immediate effects on cardiac function.
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