ATI RN
Cardiovascular Drug Therapy Questions
Question 1 of 5
The following statements are correct EXCEPT:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following symptoms should a nurse associate with the development of decreased levels of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) in a newly admitted client? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Depression. Decreased TSH levels are associated with hyperthyroidism, which can lead to symptoms like depression due to the impact on neurotransmitters. Fatigue may be seen in hypothyroidism with increased TSH levels. Increased libido is more commonly associated with hyperthyroidism. Mania is not typically linked to thyroid disorders.
Question 3 of 5
Which client symptoms, related to the side effects of this medication, should prompt a nurse to intervene immediately?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because sore throat, fever, and malaise could indicate a serious adverse reaction like infection or agranulocytosis, requiring immediate intervention. B is incorrect as akathisia and hypersalivation are typically related to antipsychotic medications and are not immediate concerns. C, akinesia, and insomnia are not typically acute side effects. D, dry mouth, and urinary retention are common side effects of many medications and are not typically urgent.
Question 4 of 5
A depressed patient is receiving imipramine (Tofranil) 300 mg daily. Which side effect requires seeking medical attention?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Urinary retention. Imipramine is a tricyclic antidepressant that can cause anticholinergic side effects like urinary retention. This is a serious condition that requires immediate medical attention to prevent complications such as urinary tract infection or bladder damage. Dry mouth (A), blurred vision (B), and nasal congestion (C) are common side effects of imipramine that are usually mild and do not necessitate immediate medical attention.
Question 5 of 5
A patient is placed on heparin, and the nurse acknowledges that heparin is effective for preventing clot formation in patients who have which disorder(s)? (Select the one tha does not apply.)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rationale: Heparin is effective for preventing clot formation in disorders involving arterial or venous thrombosis, such as coronary thrombosis and deep vein thrombosis. However, heparin is contraindicated in hemorrhagic stroke due to the risk of increasing bleeding. Heparin can worsen bleeding in disseminated intravascular coagulation. Therefore, the correct answer is C.