ATI RN
Virtual ATI Pharmacology Pre Assessment Questions
Question 1 of 5
Common side e昀昀ects of iron supplements include (select all that apply):
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Iron supplements are known to commonly cause gastrointestinal side effects, such as constipation, upset stomach, and nausea. Constipation is a common side effect of iron supplements due to the way iron can harden the stool and slow down bowel movements. Upset stomach and nausea can occur because iron supplements can irritate the stomach lining, leading to discomfort and feelings of queasiness. It is important for individuals taking iron supplements to be aware of these potential side effects and to speak with their healthcare provider if they are experiencing severe or persistent symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is NOT an eicosanoid?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Kallidin is a peptide, specifically a kinin, and is not classified as an eicosanoid. Eicosanoids are a group of lipid mediators derived from arachidonic acid or other fatty acids, including prostaglandins, prostacyclin, thromboxane, and leukotrienes. Although kallidin also plays a role in inflammation and vasodilation like some eicosanoids, it is not part of the eicosanoid family.
Question 3 of 5
A patient is in the intensive care unit because of an acute myocardial infarction. He is experiencing severe ventricular dysrhythmias. The nurse will prepare to give which drug of choice for this dysrhythmia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Amiodarone is the drug of choice for treating severe ventricular dysrhythmias, such as those experienced by the patient in the intensive care unit with acute myocardial infarction. It is a class III antiarrhythmic medication that works by prolonging the action potential duration and refractory period, thereby helping to stabilize the electrical activity of the heart. Amiodarone is effective in treating various types of ventricular dysrhythmias, including ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation, making it a suitable choice in this scenario. Diltiazem and verapamil are calcium channel blockers primarily used for supraventricular arrhythmias and are not the first-line treatment for severe ventricular dysrhythmias. Adenosine is used for terminating supraventricular tachycardias, not ventricular dysrhythmias. Amiodarone
Question 4 of 5
A patient is in the intensive care unit and receiving an infusion of milrinone (Primacor) for severe
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Milrinone and furosemide are two medications that are known to interact when mixed together in the same intravenous line. Milrinone is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor that works to increase cardiac contractility and output, while furosemide is a loop diuretic used to promote diuresis. When mixed together, the pH level of the solution can become altered, leading to potential precipitation or inactivation of one or both drugs.
Question 5 of 5
An older adult patient with a hip fracture became unresponsive 20 minutes after receiving morphine 3 mg intravenously. Which actions would the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The patient's unresponsiveness after receiving morphine is likely due to opioid-induced respiratory depression, a potentially life-threatening side effect. The nurse should first assess the patient's airway, breathing, and circulation (ABCs) and call for additional assistance. Supporting breathing with a bag-valve-mask device is critical to ensure adequate oxygenation. Naloxone, an opioid antagonist, should be prepared to reverse the effects of morphine. Flumazenil (
A) is used for benzodiazepine overdose, not opioids. Reporting a stroke (
B) is incorrect because the symptoms are consistent with opioid toxicity, not a stroke. Explaining unresponsiveness as a desired outcome (
D) is inappropriate and dangerous.