ATI RN
Virtual ATI Pharmacology Assessment Questions
Question 1 of 4
The physician prescribes fluticasone (Flonase) for the client. The nurse would hold the drug and contact the physician with which assessment finding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fluticasone, an intranasal corticosteroid, is Category C, meaning fetal risks aren't fully known, so pregnancy prompts holding the drug and consulting the physician to weigh benefits versus potential harm. Diabetes or hypertension aren't contraindications; systemic effects are minimal with nasal use. Glaucoma might concern intraocular pressure with prolonged steroid use, but it's not an immediate hold reason. Pregnancy requires caution due to unknown teratogenic effects, making choice B the nurse's priority to ensure fetal safety and align with prescribing guidelines.
Question 2 of 4
A client with osteoporosis is prescribed alendronate (Fosamax). Which instruction should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Alendronate, a bisphosphonate, treats osteoporosis but risks esophageal irritation. Taking it with water and staying upright prevents reflux, ensuring safety and absorption. With meals reduces uptake via calcium binding. Crushing increases irritation risk. Bedtime heightens reflux. This instruction aligns with alendronate's administration guidelines, critical in osteoporosis where adherence prevents fractures, making A the key teaching point.
Question 3 of 4
The apparent volume of distribution:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 4
Co-codamol contains:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.