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Proctored Pharmacology ATI Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client receiving chemotherapy with Methotrexate asks why Leucovorin is being given. Which of the following responses should the nurse use?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Leucovorin, a folic acid derivative and an antagonist to Methotrexate, is given within 12 hours of high doses of Methotrexate to protect healthy cells from the toxic effects of Methotrexate. It helps to reduce the bone marrow suppression and gastrointestinal side effects caused by Methotrexate, supporting the client's overall well-being during chemotherapy treatment.
Question 2 of 5
A client with Subacute Bacterial Endocarditis is receiving Streptomycin IM among other antibiotics. For which of the following manifestations should the nurse monitor as an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who is beginning a course of Metronidazole to treat an infection. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse instruct the client to stop taking Metronidazole and notify the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
A client with active tuberculosis asks why he must take four different medications. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: When treating tuberculosis, using a combination of multiple medications is crucial to reduce the risk of bacterial resistance. The use of four medications helps to target the bacteria from different angles, making it harder for them to develop resistance to the treatment. This approach is essential to ensure the effectiveness of the treatment regimen and to prevent the spread of drug-resistant strains of tuberculosis.
Question 5 of 5
A client has a new prescription for Nevirapine, an NNRTI. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in teaching the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.