ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client who is newly diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer is being prepared for chemotherapy. Which of the following adverse effects below should the nurse educate the client regarding chemotherapy? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D,F
Rationale: Chemotherapy commonly causes nausea, bleeding (thrombocytopenia), bone marrow suppression, and alopecia due to targeting rapidly dividing cells, unlike urinary frequency or extrapyramidal symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
The charge nurse is performing an Inservice regarding the adverse effects of antibiotic therapy. Which of the following antibiotics should the nurse include regarding the potential to cause QT prolongation? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Fluoroquinolones and macrolides can prolong the QT interval, risking arrhythmias, unlike cephalosporins, penicillins, tetracyclines, or beta-lactams.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is instructing a client who is newly diagnosed with pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) about the use of antitubercular medications. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: TB treatment typically lasts 6-12 months to ensure complete bacterial eradication, preventing resistance, unlike lifelong treatment or Mantoux test reliance.
Question 4 of 5
A client recently diagnosed with Iron deficiency Anemia is prescribed Ferrous Sulfate daily. Which of the following statements below is true regarding iron therapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ferrous sulfate in liquid form can stain teeth, so using a straw is recommended. Antacids and milk reduce absorption, and timing does not prevent constipation.
Question 5 of 5
A client diagnosed with a urinary tract infection (UTI) is prescribed sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (Bactrim). Which of the following conditions below would be a contraindication for this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bactrim is contraindicated in severe CKD due to risk of toxicity from reduced renal clearance, unlike MS, megaloblastic anemia (manageable), or H. pylori.