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ATI Endocrine Pharmacology Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient has received an IV dose of adenosine, and almost immediately the heart monitor shows
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Check the patient's pulse. After administering adenosine, which is a medication used to treat certain heart rhythm problems, it can cause a temporary pause in the heart rhythm. Checking the patient's pulse is crucial to assess the effectiveness of the medication and monitor for any potential adverse effects. This step allows the nurse to determine the patient's cardiac status and response to the medication accurately. Option A is vague and does not provide specific guidance. Option D is premature as administering CPR is not warranted unless the patient is in cardiac arrest. Option C is incomplete and does not offer any actionable steps to assess the patient's condition.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is about to administer Propanolol to a patient. The nurse takes the patient's apical pulse and documents it as 58 bmp. How should the nurse continue?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Withhold administration of the medication and notify the physician. An apical pulse of 58 bmp indicates bradycardia, which is a contraindication for Propranolol, a beta-blocker that can further reduce heart rate. By withholding the medication and informing the physician, the nurse ensures patient safety and avoids potential harm. Cutting the tablet in half (choice B) or giving the XR form (choice C) would still expose the patient to the medication, risking adverse effects. Administering the medication as normal (choice A) would be unsafe due to the already low heart rate.
Question 3 of 5
Prior to administration of levothyroxine, which of the following should the nurse complete? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Assess weight. Before administering levothyroxine, the nurse should assess the patient's weight because levothyroxine dosage is often based on weight. This ensures accurate dosing and prevents under or overdosing. Assessing degree of numbness (A) and monitoring for intensified pain (B) are not directly related to levothyroxine administration. Assessing apical pulse (D) is important for monitoring thyroid function, but it is not a prerequisite before administering levothyroxine.
Question 4 of 5
What is the antidote for Warfarin?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Vitamin K. Warfarin is an anticoagulant that works by inhibiting vitamin K-dependent clotting factors. Therefore, the antidote for Warfarin is vitamin K, as it helps restore the clotting factors to their normal activity levels. Vitamin D (choice A), Vitamin C (choice B), and Vitamin B (choice D) do not have a direct role in counteracting the effects of Warfarin and are thus incorrect choices.
Question 5 of 5
Prior to administration of levothyroxine, which of the following should the nurse complete? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Assess weight. Before administering levothyroxine, the nurse should assess the patient's weight as levothyroxine dosage is often based on weight to ensure proper dosing. Monitoring weight helps in determining the appropriate dosage and adjusting it as needed. Assessing the degree of numbness in an affected area (A) and monitoring for intensified pain (B) are not directly related to levothyroxine administration. Assessing the apical pulse (D) may be important in some cases, but weight assessment is specifically crucial for determining the correct dosage of levothyroxine.