ATI RN
ATI Endocrine Pharmacology Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient with renal failure and high magnesium level would later have and
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
A 32-year-old woman presents with a blood pressure of 155/96~mmHg. In response to questioning, she admits that she loves licorice and eats some at least three times a week. She probably has a low level of
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
When converting from IV heparin to oral warfarin (Coumadin) therapy, the prescriber monitors which of the following to determine the next appropriate dose of warfarin?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: PT/INR. When converting from IV heparin to oral warfarin therapy, the prescriber monitors PT/INR to determine the next appropriate dose of warfarin. PT/INR reflects the anticoagulant effect of warfarin, guiding dose adjustments. Platelet levels (A) assess clotting function, not warfarin effectiveness. aPTT (B) monitors heparin therapy, not warfarin. Red blood cell count (C) is unrelated to monitoring warfarin therapy.
Question 4 of 5
A patient has been prescribed warfarin (Coumadin) in addition to a heparin infusion. The patient asks the nurse why he has to be on two medications. The nurse™s response is based on which rationale?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D. Heparin is a fast-acting anticoagulant used to immediately start anticocoagulation, while warfarin takes time to reach therapeutic levels. By starting heparin first, it allows time for warfarin to build up in the blood gradually. This ensures continuous anticoagulation without an initial lag period, reducing the risk of clot formation. A: This is incorrect as the oral and injection forms do not work synergistically. They have different mechanisms of action and are used for different purposes. B: This is incorrect because combining heparin and an oral anticoagulant does not necessarily result in fewer adverse effects. Adverse effects depend on various factors. C: This is incorrect as heparin alone can achieve adequate anticoagulation levels. Warfarin is typically added for long-term management.
Question 5 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.