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ATI Pharmacology The Respiratory System Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient with a known history of angina was walking his dog and developed chest pain. The patient immediately stops walking and sits down. He continues to experience chest pain when sitting down. When should he call 911?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A patient with a known history of angina who experiences chest pain while walking, which persists even when sitting down, should call 911 immediately. This is indicative of unstable angina, which can progress to a heart attack (myocardial infarction). Given the potential seriousness of the situation, prompt medical attention is warranted to evaluate and manage the condition effectively. It is crucial not to delay in seeking emergency help when experiencing such symptoms, even if the pain might seem to improve temporarily or persist at a certain level.
Question 2 of 5
A patient has been taking digoxin at home but took an accidental overdose and has developed toxicity. The patient has been admitted to the telemetry unit, where the physician has ordered
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct response is E, This drug is an antidote to digoxin and will help to lower the blood levels. In cases of digoxin toxicity, the antidote is digoxin immune fab (Digibind), which helps to lower the blood levels of digoxin by binding to it and facilitating its removal from the body. This response provides the patient with important information about the purpose of the medication being ordered by the physician. It is crucial that the patient understands the rationale behind the treatment to manage the overdose effectively.
Question 3 of 5
A patient with diabetes has a new prescription for the ACE inhibitor lisinopril. She questions this order because her physician has never told her that she has hypertension. What is the best explanation for this order?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The best explanation for the prescription of the ACE inhibitor lisinopril for a patient with diabetes who does not have hypertension is that this medication has a protective effect on the kidneys for patients with diabetes. ACE inhibitors like lisinopril have been shown to have renal protective benefits by reducing the progression of diabetic nephropathy, a common complication of diabetes that affects the kidneys.
Therefore, even in the absence of hypertension, using an ACE inhibitor like lisinopril can help preserve kidney function in patients with diabetes.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is providing education about the use of sublingual nitroglycerin tablets. She asks the patient, What would you do if you experienced chest pain while mowing your yard? You have your bottle of sublingual nitroglycerin with you. Which actions by the patient are appropriate in this situation? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
A patient who is severely anemic also has acute heart failure with severe edema due to fluid
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: In a patient who is severely anemic, the primary goal is to raise the hemoglobin and hematocrit levels. Packed red blood cells (PRBCs) contain a concentrated dose of red blood cells and are given to increase oxygen-carrying capacity in cases of significant anemia. Fresh frozen plasma, albumin, and whole blood do not specifically address the issue of low hemoglobin levels, making them less appropriate choices for this scenario.