ATI LPN
ATI PN Pharmacology 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in an influenza clinic is collecting data from four clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse identify as having a contraindication for receiving the live attenuated form of the influenza vaccine?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pregnancy contraindicates LAIV; IIV is recommended instead. Rhinitis, tattoos, and travel aren't contraindications.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing a list of current medications for a client who is starting therapy with furosemide. Which of the following medications should the nurse identify as being contraindicated?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Furosemide reduces lithium clearance, risking toxicity. It has no significant contraindications with albuterol, levothyroxine, or cetirizine.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has a new prescription for celecoxib to treat osteoarthritis. Which of the following should the nurse recognize as a contraindication for this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Celecoxib is contraindicated with sulfonamide allergy due to potential cross-sensitivity. Others aren't contraindications.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has been taking carbamazepine. Which of the following is an adverse effect of carbamazepine and should be reported to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sore throat may signal agranulocytosis, a serious carbamazepine side effect. Others aren't typical.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer an insulin injection for a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Insulin is injected at 90° into subcutaneous tissue like the thigh with a small needle, not rapidly, with a tuberculin syringe, or via Z-track.