ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Final Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client who suffers from hypertension is prescribed propranolol. The nurse would educate the client on which side effects associated with this medication? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Propranolol can mask hypoglycemia symptoms cause bronchoconstriction especially in asthma patients
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer gabapentin 900 mg PO once daily for a client who has neuropathic pain. The amount available is gabapentin 300 mg/capsule. How many capsules should the nurse administer per dose?
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: Divide the prescribed dose (900 mg) by the available strength (300 mg/capsule). Result: 3 capsules are needed per dose.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client receiving phenazopyridine (Azo) for urinary tract analgesia. Which of the following side effects is associated with phenazopyridine?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Orange-colored urine is a well-known and harmless side effect of phenazopyridine. This medication is used to relieve pain, burning, and discomfort in the urinary tract, and one of its notable effects is the discoloration of urine.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse received a client who has had multiple episodes of pneumonia in the past year. What intervention is a PRIORITY for this client before starting treatment?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sputum culture and sensitivity testing is crucial in identifying the causative organism of pneumonia. It helps determine the most effective antibiotic treatment.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer digoxin (Lanoxin) to a client experiencing atrial fibrillation. Which of the following electrolyte imbalances would the nurse assess to reduce the incidence of toxicity with digoxin?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypokalemia, or low potassium levels, significantly increases the risk of digoxin toxicity. Potassium and digoxin compete for binding at the same sites in the heart, and low potassium levels enhance digoxin's effects, potentially leading to toxicity.