ATI RN
ATI NUR 112 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A female client who is starting a new prescription for doxycycline hyclate tells the nurse that she takes birth control pills. Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Doxycycline reduces contraceptive efficacy, requiring additional contraception. No contraindication exists, timing separation is irrelevant, and stopping pills is unnecessary.
Question 2 of 5
A young adult female client who is planning to become pregnant asks the nurse if she can continue taking isotretinoin for cystic acne. Which information is most important for the nurse to provide this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Isotretinoin’s teratogenicity requires discontinuation one month before conception to prevent birth defects. Breastfeeding, vitamin A, and liver tests are secondary.
Question 3 of 5
A female client with osteoporosis has been taking a weekly dose of oral risedronate for several weeks. The client calls the clinic nurse to report increasing heartburn. How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Heartburn suggests improper risedronate administration (e.g., not staying upright). Assessing technique corrects issues. Antacids, water reminders, or ER visits are less appropriate.
Question 4 of 5
A client who has been experiencing headaches since using the herbal remedy feverfew. Which information is important to include for this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Feverfew’s allergenic potential in clients sensitive to chamomile, ragweed, or yarrow is critical to prevent severe reactions. Other effects are less urgent.
Question 5 of 5
A client with heart failure (HF) develops hyperaldosteronism and spironolactone is prescribed. Which instruction should the nurse include in the client’s plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Spironolactone’s potassium-sparing effect risks hyperkalemia, so limiting potassium-rich foods is key. Bruising, salt substitutes, and sun exposure are unrelated.