ATI RN
Cardiovascular System Drugs Classification Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 57-year-old homeless man with no health insurance has a history of hypertension. He usually takes an antihypertensive agent but has not been able to obtain the medication. He stopped taking the medication yesterday and now is found collapsed in front of a shopping mall. Rescue squad arrives on the scene, and the patient's blood pressure is 190/110 mm Hg. Which one of the following antihypertensive drugs can precipitate a hypertensive crisis following abrupt cessation of therapy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following statements is CORRECT:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
If clozapine (Clozaril) therapy is being considered, the nurse should evaluate which laboratory test to establish a baseline for comparison in order to recognize a potentially life-threatening side effect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: White blood cell count. Clozapine can lead to agranulocytosis, a potentially life-threatening condition characterized by a severe decrease in white blood cells. By evaluating the baseline white blood cell count, the nurse can monitor for any significant drops during therapy. Liver function studies (choice B), creatinine clearance (choice C), and blood urea nitrogen (choice D) are important to monitor for other potential side effects of clozapine but are not specifically related to recognizing agranulocytosis.
Question 4 of 5
Which mental illness?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D, Major depressive episode, because it specifically refers to a period of intense sadness, loss of interest or pleasure, and other symptoms like changes in sleep, appetite, and energy levels. This distinguishes it from the other options. A, Bipolar disorder: mania, involves periods of elevated mood and energy alternating with depressive episodes. B, Schizophrenia spectrum disorder, includes symptoms like hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking. C, Generalized anxiety disorder, is characterized by excessive worry and anxiety. Therefore, the specific symptoms described in the question point to major depressive episode as the correct answer.
Question 5 of 5
A patient is being treated with phenelzine (Nardil) for depression. Which indicator(s) would be useful to monitor the outcome Patient will understand the potential side effects of monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) antidepressants? (Select the one that does not apply.)
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rationale: The correct answer is D because monitoring sodium intake is not a specific indicator related to the side effects of MAOIs like phenelzine. Monitoring dietary restrictions such as avoiding sausages, chocolate, and Chinese food, as well as wearing elastic hose and supportive shoes to prevent postural hypotension are essential in managing potential side effects of MAOIs. These monitoring parameters are directly related to the mechanism of action and potential side effects of MAOIs, unlike maintaining a stable sodium intake which is not a specific concern with these medications.