ATI RN
Pharmacology Across the Lifespan Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient at increased risk for thromboembolic disorders will begin taking a progestin-only oral contraceptive. Which statements by the patient indicates understanding of how this oral contraceptive works? (Choose 1)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Progestin-only pills (mini-pills) require strict adherence; missing a pill necessitates backup contraception for at least 2 days (A is correct). They are safer than combination OCs regarding thromboembolism risk and equally effective when taken correctly (C is correct). Irregular bleeding is common and not a reason to stop (B is incorrect), and ovulation may still occur as the primary mechanism is cervical mucus thickening (D is incorrect).
Question 2 of 5
A patient is admitted to the intensive care unit for treatment of shock. The prescriber orders isoproterenol (Isuprel). The nurse expects this drug to increase tissue perfusion in this patient by activating:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
Beta-blockers are used to treat which disorders? (select one that does not apply.)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
A client has been diagnosed with a fungal nail infection. The provider has prescribed griseofulvin. What will the nurse include in her teaching to the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
A drug has been prescribed to decrease the effects of an endogenous chemical. The nurse would place this drug in which category?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.