ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology 2016 Practice Exam A Questions
Question 1 of 9
A client has a new prescription for Amiodarone. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 9
A client has a new prescription for Propranolol. Which of the following findings should be identified as a contraindication to this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 9
A client is receiving IV Dopamine for the treatment of shock. Which of the following findings indicates that the medication is effective?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 9
When teaching a client with a new prescription for Amiodarone, which instruction should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 9
A client has a new prescription for Furosemide. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 6 of 9
A client is receiving discharge instructions for a new prescription of Warfarin. Which of the following over-the-counter medications should the client be instructed to avoid?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that can increase the risk of bleeding when taken with Warfarin due to its antiplatelet effects. Patients on Warfarin should avoid NSAIDs and opt for alternative pain relief options to prevent potential complications such as increased bleeding risk.
Question 7 of 9
What finding should a nurse monitor for as an adverse effect when a client has a new prescription for Spironolactone?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is hyperkalemia. Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic that can lead to an increase in potassium levels. Hyperkalemia can be dangerous, causing muscle weakness and cardiac dysrhythmias, making it essential for the nurse to monitor potassium levels closely when a client is on Spironolactone.
Question 8 of 9
A client is being discharged with a new prescription for Atenolol. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Atenolol is a beta-blocker that can cause bradycardia (slow heart rate). Monitoring the heart rate regularly is essential to detect any significant decreases promptly. This allows for timely intervention and adjustment of the medication regimen if needed, helping to prevent adverse effects associated with bradycardia.
Question 9 of 9
A client has a new prescription for Verapamil. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct instruction for a client prescribed Verapamil is to avoid drinking grapefruit juice. Grapefruit juice can inhibit the metabolism of Verapamil, leading to increased blood levels of the medication. This can result in a higher risk of adverse effects, such as hypotension and bradycardia. Therefore, it is essential for the client to avoid grapefruit juice while taking Verapamil to prevent potential complications.