ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Final Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client presents to the healthcare setting with a diagnosis of chronic liver failure. The nurse understands this will affect which step of pharmacokinetics?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Metabolism is a critical step in pharmacokinetics that is significantly affected by liver function. The liver is the primary organ responsible for the metabolism of most drugs.
Question 2 of 5
A diabetic client who is currently taking metformin is ordered a computerized tomography (CT) scan with contrast. The nurse understands that the client's metformin should be discontinued how many hours before receiving intravenous (IV) contrast?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Discontinuing metformin 43 hours before a CT scan with contrast is necessary to prevent the risk of lactic acidosis. Metformin can interact with the contrast dye used in CT scans, potentially causing kidney dysfunction.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who sustained blood loss. Which is a manifestation of hypovolemia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A weak pulse is a common manifestation of hypovolemia. Reduced blood volume leads to decreased cardiac output and poor perfusion, resulting in a thready or weak pulse.
Question 4 of 5
A 55-year-old woman who recently reached menopause and has a family history of osteoporosis is diagnosed with osteopenia following a dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA). During your teaching, you should explain that:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Increasing calcium intake and engaging in weight-bearing exercises are well-established methods to slow calcium loss from bones and improve bone density.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who is at risk for skin breakdown. Which of the following interventions should the nurse use to help maintain the integrity of the client's skin?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Providing a diet high in protein helps maintain skin integrity by supporting tissue repair and regeneration.