ATI PN PHARMACOLOGY 2023-2024 PROCTORED 4 LATEST VERSION
(VERSION 1,2,3 AND 4) ACTUAL EXAMS EACH EXAM CONTAINS 160
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- avoiding tourniquets, using BP cuff to
visualize.
What are specific considerations for
- no slapping
adult clients, clients who are taking anti-
- hold their hand below the heart.
coagulants, and clients who have fragile
- avoid using the back of the hand
veins?
- avoid rigorous friction while cleaning
site.
An IV that is pale, has local swelling,
decreased skin temperature around the
Infiltration
site, damp dressing and slowed infusion
is what complication?
- Stop the infusion and remove catheter
- elevate extremity
- encourage ROM
What is the treatment for infiltrated IV? - apply a cold or warm compress depend-
ing on the solution infiltrated.
- check with the provider to determine
whether they still need IV therapy.
An IV is painful, burning, red and swelling
Extravasation (infiltration of vesicant)
what complication is occurring?
- Stop the infusion and notify the provider
- follow facility protocol. (withdrawing the
vesicant solution from the IV access and
what is the treatment for extravasation?
infusing an antidote through catheter be-
fore removal.
- repeated treatment for infiltration.
A pt receiving IV solutions begins ap-
pearing with distended neck veins, hy-
pertension, tachycardia, SOB, crackles Fluid overload
in lungs, and edema what complication
is occurring?
- Slow IV rate or stop.
What is the treatment for fluid overload? - raise HOB
- monitor VS & O2
, ATI PN PHARMACOLOGY 2023-2024 PROCTORED 4 LATEST VERSION
(VERSION 1,2,3 AND 4) ACTUAL EXAMS EACH EXAM CONTAINS 160
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- Adjust the rate after correcting fluid.
- anticipate administering diuretics
A pt with an IV appears edematous,
erythema, throbbing, burning, or pain at
the site, increased skin temperature, red
Phlebitis/thrombophlebitis
line, and slowed infusion
are s/s of what IV complication?
- promptly d/c the infusion and remove
the catheter.
- elevate extremity
what treatments are there for - apply a cold compress to minimize flow
phlebitis/thrombophlebitis? of blood, then warm to increase circula-
tion.
- restart if needed.
- obtain a specimen for culture at site.
- Rotate sites at least every 72 hours
according to facility policy.
What are some ways to prevent throm- - Monitory IV sites using phlebitis scale
bophlebitis? - avoid lower extremities
- use hand hygiene
- use surgical aseptic technique.
what type of medication would put a pa-
tient at risk for seizures and precautions Central nervous system stimulation
should be taken.
what type of medication would require
a patient to do not drive, operate heavy
Central nervous system depression
machinery, or participate in other activi-
ties can be dangerous.
what type of medications will require
clients to increase fluids for their dry
mouth, wear sunglasses for photopho- Anticholinergic drugs
bia, maintaining urinary habits, and
avoid overheating.
, ATI PN PHARMACOLOGY 2023-2024 PROCTORED 4 LATEST VERSION
(VERSION 1,2,3 AND 4) ACTUAL EXAMS EACH EXAM CONTAINS 160
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What type of medications would make
clients monitor for indications of or-
Cardiovascular medications
thostatic hypotension (lightheadedness,
dizziness).
- monitoring AST and ALT
- n/v
A nurse should do what when giving - jaundice
medications that can create hepatoxici- - dark urine
ty? - abdominal discomfort
- anorexia
Primarily with acetaminophen.
Primarily result of antimicrobial agents
What should the nurse monitor for drugs and NSAIDs.
that cause nephrotoxicity? - monitor creatinine and BUN
- peak and trough
Acyclovir, ahminoglycosides, cy-
closporine, NSAIDs, amphotericin B are Nephrotoxicity
all medications that can cause what?
Clients taking MAOIs should avoid food
Tyramine (cheese and processed meat)
with what in it?
Chelating agent in milk. Should not take
Clients taking tetracycline can interact
tetracycline within 2 hr of consuming
with what?
dairy products.
What kind of car does -pam drive?
Benzodiazepines: Sedative Hypnotic
Diazepam, Lorazempam, Chlor- Anxiolytics
diazepoxide, Clonazepam.
What class of medication inhibits effects
of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in
Benzodiazepines
the CNS. Short term use due to depen-
dence potential.
- CNS depression
What are complications when dealing
- anterograde amnesia
with Benzodiazepines?
- toxicity
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