ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Quiz 240 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client taking nitroglycerin (Nitrostat) for angina asks the nurse to explain possible side effects. What should be included in client teaching? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Dizziness, hypotension, and reflex tachycardia are common side effects of nitroglycerin due to its vasodilatory effects.
Question 2 of 5
The organic nitrates relieve angina pain by veins and coronary arteries.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Organic nitrates, such as nitroglycerin, dilate (widen) veins and coronary arteries, leading to decreased preload and afterload, which helps relieve angina pain.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching to a client who has a new prescription for sertraline (Zoloft) for posttraumatic stress disorder. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sexual side effects, including decreased libido and difficulty achieving orgasm, are common with sertraline and should be included in discharge teaching.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse informs the patient to remain well hydrated while taking lithium because dehydration can lead to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lithium toxicity can occur if the patient becomes dehydrated while taking lithium, as dehydration can lead to higher concentrations of lithium in the blood.
Question 5 of 5
The client is prescribed phenelzine (Nardil). The client tells the nurse that they consumed two glasses of Chianti (red) wine at lunchtime. What is the nurse's priority action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assessing the client's blood pressure is the priority action because phenelzine is an MAOI, and consuming wine while taking MAOIs can lead to a hypertensive crisis.