ATI RN
Pharmacology Final ATI Questions
Question 1 of 5
When teaching a patient about antihypertensive drug therapy, which statements by the nurse are correct? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
Which drug is used to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Naloxone is a medication used to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. It works by binding to the opioid receptors in the brain, displacing the opioids and temporarily reversing their effects. Naloxone is commonly administered in emergency situations to quickly restore normal breathing and consciousness in individuals who have overdosed on opioids. Aspirin (choice A) and Advil (choice B) are non-opioid pain relievers and do not reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. Ondansetron (choice D) is an anti-nausea medication and does not counteract the respiratory depression caused by opioid overdose.
Question 3 of 5
A patient is taking nitrofurantoin. What will the nurse teach the patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct teaching for a patient taking oral nitrofurantoin is to rinse the mouth after taking the medication to avoid staining the teeth. Nitrofurantoin can cause a harmless but noticeable side effect of staining the teeth, so it is important for the patient to rinse their mouth thoroughly after each dose to reduce the risk of this happening. The other options provided are not accurate teachings related to nitrofurantoin.
Question 4 of 5
If you are treating a patient that has renal failure, what type of pain medications should you avoid?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: When treating a patient with renal failure, it is important to avoid NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) as pain medications. NSAIDs can worsen renal function and may cause further damage to the kidneys. They can also lead to complications such as fluid retention, elevated blood pressure, and electrolyte imbalances in patients with renal failure. Instead, other types of pain medications such as opioids and nonopioids (e.g., acetaminophen) may be considered for pain management in patients with renal failure. Short-acting analgesics should also be utilized cautiously in this population, considering the potential clearance and metabolism issues due to decreased renal function.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse should teach a patient to take their own pulse with which medication? (Hint: if pulse is <60 or >100, the patient should contact their health care provider before taking the medication)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Digoxin is a medication commonly prescribed to patients with heart conditions, such as heart failure and certain types of irregular heartbeats. It primarily works by slowing down the heart rate and increasing the strength of the heart's contractions. This is why patients taking digoxin are typically taught to monitor their own pulse regularly to ensure it stays within a safe range.