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ATI Pharmacology Practice Exam Questions
Question 1 of 9
A client is receiving discharge instructions for long-term use of Prednisone. Which of the following instructions should be included?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because long-term use of Prednisone can lead to weight gain, necessitating regular weight monitoring by the healthcare provider to manage any potential complications. Options A, C, and D are incorrect because swelling is not a typical reason to stop Prednisone, taking it on an empty stomach is not usually required, and Prednisone commonly increases appetite rather than decreases it.
Question 2 of 9
A client has a new prescription for Clopidogrel. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clopidogrel is an antiplatelet medication that increases the risk of bleeding. The client should monitor for any signs of bleeding, such as easy bruising, prolonged bleeding from cuts, blood in urine or stool, and report them promptly to their healthcare provider for further evaluation and management.
Question 3 of 9
A client is taking Furosemide for heart failure. Which of the following laboratory tests should the nurse monitor to assess for an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Furosemide, a loop diuretic commonly used in heart failure, can cause hypokalemia (low potassium levels) as a side effect. Monitoring serum potassium levels is crucial to detect and prevent complications associated with low potassium levels, such as cardiac arrhythmias. Therefore, the nurse should prioritize assessing the client's serum potassium levels regularly while on Furosemide.
Question 4 of 9
What is the primary action of warfarin as an anticoagulant?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Warfarin is classified as an anticoagulant, which means its primary function is to prevent the formation of blood clots. By inhibiting the synthesis of certain clotting factors in the liver, warfarin reduces the blood's ability to clot, making it an important medication in preventing conditions like strokes and deep vein thrombosis.
Question 5 of 9
A client has a new prescription for Enoxaparin. 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 6 of 9
A client is receiving Morphine IV for pain management. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct action for the nurse is to monitor the client's respiratory rate every 15 minutes while on Morphine IV to promptly detect respiratory depression, a critical adverse effect associated with this medication. Regular monitoring allows for early intervention and prevents potential respiratory complications.
Question 7 of 9
While providing an Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor, the patient asks what the action of the drug is. As a healthcare provider, you explain that the action of an ACE inhibitor is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 8 of 9
A healthcare provider is preparing to administer metoprolol to a client. Which of the following findings should the provider identify as a contraindication to receiving this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Metoprolol, a beta-blocker, is contraindicated in clients with bradycardia as it can further lower the heart rate, potentially leading to more serious complications. Bradycardia is defined as a heart rate below 60 beats per minute and administering metoprolol in such cases can exacerbate this condition, causing adverse effects on cardiac output.
Question 9 of 9
When educating a client who has a new prescription for Hydrochlorothiazide, which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.