ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Quiz 240 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client has just begun therapy with lithium (Eskalith). The nurse notices the serum level of lithium for this client is 1.3 mEq/L. What is the normal range of lithium?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The normal therapeutic range for lithium is typically considered to be between 0.6-1.5 mEq/L. Levels above or below this range may indicate the need for dosage adjustment or potential toxicity.
Question 2 of 5
The client asks the nurse why the Transdermal Nitroglycerin patch needs to be off for 12 hours per day. What is the best response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Leaving the patch off for a certain period each day helps prevent tolerance, ensuring that the medication remains effective over time.
Question 3 of 5
Marie Garcia, age 67, reports that her chronic angina has been recurring even though she has been taking nitroglycerin sublingual tablets as prescribed. She tells the nurse that she used to store the tablets on a table by the window, and when she started to use a new batch of tablets, the problem subsided. What I would explain the ineffectiveness of the tablets?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Exposure to light, particularly sunlight, can degrade nitroglycerin, reducing its effectiveness over time.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is educating a group of clients on how high cholesterol leads to heart disease. Which explanation regarding high cholesterol is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: High cholesterol can lead to the buildup of plaque in the arteries, which can narrow the blood vessels and decrease blood flow to the heart, increasing the risk of heart disease.
Question 5 of 5
The client has been diagnosed with hyperlipidemia and is being educated on types of food to include in his diet. What is the most appropriate nursing diagnosis for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Deficient knowledge reflects the need for education regarding lifestyle changes, such as dietary modifications, which is appropriate for a client newly diagnosed with hyperlipidemia.