ATI RN
ATI Nurs 180 Pharmacology Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client arrives to the healthcare setting and is currently taking atorvastatin daily. Which assessment finding associated with atorvastatin (Lipitor) would need immediate reporting to the healthcare provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dark-red urine may indicate rhabdomyolysis, a serious side effect of atorvastatin requiring immediate reporting. Migraine, bradycardia, and elevated HDL are not directly related.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is admitting a client of the Muslim faith during the holy month of Ramadan. The client tells the nurse that he must fast during this time. Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This response respects the client's religious practices and promotes collaboration to accommodate fasting while ensuring health needs are met. The other options are dismissive or inappropriate.
Question 3 of 5
A client is started on gemfibrozil to assist in the lowering of triglyceride level. Which of the following side effects is associated with gemfibrozil?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gemfibrozil increases the risk of gallstones by altering lipid and bile metabolism. The other options are not associated with gemfibrozil.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who suffers from frequent blood clots and is currently taking argatroban. Which of the following conditions in the client's medical history would require them to take argatroban?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Argatroban is indicated for heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) as a direct thrombin inhibitor, avoiding further platelet depletion. It is not specifically indicated for ventricular dysfunction, myocardial infarction, or hepatotoxicity.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client following a myocardial infarction (MI) and prescribed aspirin 325mg PO daily. Which of following effects of this medication would this client benefit from following a MI?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Aspirin's inhibition of platelet aggregation prevents further clot formation post-MI. Its other properties are not the primary benefit in this context.