ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology 2023 retake 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in a clinic receives a telephone call from a client who has tuberculosis and was prescribed rifampin 3 days ago. The client reports, 'My saliva and tears are red. What should I do?' Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This is an expected adverse effect of the medication.' is correct as rifampin causes harmless red-orange discoloration of fluids. Stopping it risks resistance, it lasts during therapy not days, and diet doesn't cause it.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving heparin therapy. If the client requires a reversal of the effects of heparin, which of the following medications should the nurse expect the provider to prescribe?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Protamine neutralizes heparin's anticoagulant effects. Atropine treats bradycardia, vitamin K reverses warfarin, and vitamin B12 addresses anemia none affect heparin.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for alendronate for the treatment of osteoporosis. The nurse should instruct the client to monitor for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Jaw pain may indicate osteonecrosis, a serious alendronate risk. Anorexia, insomnia, and bruising aren't typical.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who has tuberculosis and a prescription for rifampin. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: I should take this medication on an empty stomach.' enhances rifampin absorption. Stopping early risks resistance, tinnitus isn't expected, and joint pain isn't typical.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in a clinic receives a telephone call from a client who has tuberculosis and was prescribed rifampin 3 days ago. The client reports, 'My saliva and tears are red. What should I do?' Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This is an expected adverse effect of the medication.' is correct as rifampin causes harmless red-orange discoloration of fluids. Stopping it risks resistance, it lasts during therapy not days, and diet doesn't cause it.