ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client has a new prescription for Lovastatin. Which of the following instructions should be included?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lovastatin should be taken at bedtime because cholesterol production in the liver is highest at night, making the medication more effective in reducing cholesterol levels. By taking it at bedtime, the medication aligns with the body's natural rhythm of cholesterol synthesis, optimizing its therapeutic effects.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for Spironolactone. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse instruct the client to monitor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
A client has a new prescription for Levothyroxine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
A client has a new prescription for Furosemide. Which of the following instructions should be included by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct instruction to include when a client is prescribed Furosemide is to change positions slowly. Furosemide is a diuretic that can lead to orthostatic hypotension, causing dizziness and increasing the risk of falls. By advising the client to change positions slowly, the nurse helps prevent these potential adverse effects.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for Atenolol. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse instruct the client to monitor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.