ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client after administering phenytoin IV bolus for a seizure. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypotension is a known adverse effect of phenytoin, especially with rapid IV administration, requiring careful monitoring.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing a client's 0800 laboratory values at 1100. The nurse notes that the client received heparin at 1000. Which of the following laboratory values warrants an incident report?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An aPTT of 90 seconds is significantly prolonged post-heparin, indicating possible excessive anticoagulation, requiring an incident report.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has breast cancer and reports pain 1 hr after administration of prescribed morphine 10 mg IV. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect to administer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fentanyl transmucosa provides rapid relief for breakthrough pain, suitable for cancer-related pain not controlled by IV morphine.
Question 4 of 5
A client who has Graves' disease is prescribed methimazole. Which of the following effects should the nurse expect to see after the client has taken the medication for 2 months?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Methimazole treats hyperthyroidism by reducing thyroid hormone production, which can lead to increased sleeping as metabolism normalizes.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for paroxetine. The nurse should instruct the client to monitor for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Drowsiness is a common side effect of paroxetine, an SSRI, and clients should be advised to monitor for it.