ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Assessment 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is administering bumetanide to a client who has ascites. The nurse should recognize that which of the following findings is an expected therapeutic effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increased urinary output is the expected therapeutic effect of bumetanide. As a potent loop diuretic, bumetanide increases the excretion of water and electrolytes.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has been taking lisinopril for several months. The nurse should plan to check which of the following laboratory values to monitor for adverse effects of the medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lisinopril can cause hyperkalemia (high potassium levels), so monitoring potassium levels is crucial to prevent complications.
Extract:
Nurses’ Notes
Vital Signs
The client called with laboratory results and a new provider prescription. Education was provided on iron deficiency anemia and the ferrous sulfate prescription. The client was instructed to return to the office in one month.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning to provide teaching to the client about the new prescription. For each teaching statement made by the nurse, click to specify if the teaching statement is indicated or contraindicated for the client.
| Options | indicated | contraindicated |
|---|---|---|
| It is expected for your stools to be black while taking this medication | ||
| Take this medication with an antacid if you experience heartburn from the medication | ||
| Drinking orange juice with this medication decreases the absorption of the medication | ||
| You can take this medication with meals if you experience discomfort when taking it on an empty stomach |
Correct Answer: A: Indicated, B: Contraindicated, C: Contraindicated, D: Indicated
Rationale: Black stools are a common side effect of ferrous sulfate. Antacids interfere with iron absorption. Orange juice enhances iron absorption. Taking with meals can reduce discomfort.
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Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has heart failure and is taking digoxin. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse report to the provider as an indication of digoxin toxicity?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vomiting is a common sign of digoxin toxicity, along with nausea, confusion, and visual disturbances.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has rheumatoid arthritis and is starting to take hydroxychloroquine. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Regular eye exams are necessary while taking hydroxychloroquine because the medication can cause retinal toxicity.