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ATI N211 Pharmacology Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has schizophrenia and has been on long-term treatment with chlorpromazine. He notes the client is experiencing some involuntary movements of the tongue and face. The nurse should suspect the client has developed which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tardive dyskinesia involves involuntary movements of the tongue and face, often from long-term antipsychotic use. Dystonia, akathisia, and parkinsonism present differently.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 2-year-old child who has seizures and is receiving phenytoin in suspension form. Which of the following actions should the nurse take before administering each dose?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Shaking the phenytoin suspension ensures proper mixing for accurate dosing. Mouth care, blood pressure checks, and fasting are not required.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a substance abuse clinic is assessing a client who recently started taking disulfiram. The client reports having discontinued the medication after experiencing severe nausea and vomiting. Which of the following reasons should the nurse suspect to be a likely cause of the client's distress?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Disulfiram causes severe nausea and vomiting when alcohol is consumed, deterring drinking. Allergic responses, common side effects, or overdose are less likely causes.
Question 4 of 5
A hospice nurse is caring for a client who has terminal cancer and takes PO morphine for pain relief. The client reports that he had to increase the dose of morphine this week to obtain pain relief. Which of the following scenarios should the nurse document as the explanation for this situation?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Tolerance to opioids like morphine requires higher doses over time for the same pain relief, common in terminal cancer pain management. Confusion, improper use, or addiction are less likely explanations.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has schizophrenia and is taking risperidone. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Weight gain is a common side effect of risperidone due to its effects on metabolism and appetite. Bradycardia, dependent edema, and nightmares are not typically associated with risperidone.