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ATI N211 Pharmacology Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who reports acute pain. The nurse should anticipate which of the following findings?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Increased heart rate is a common response to acute pain due to sympathetic nervous system activation. Acute pain typically increases blood pressure and respiratory rate and decreases bowel sounds.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for ibuprofen to treat hip pain. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Taking ibuprofen with food minimizes gastrointestinal irritation. It does not require refrigeration, tinnitus is associated with aspirin, and weight loss is not a common side effect.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for an adolescent client who is receiving carbamazepine for partial seizure disorder. Which of the following statements by the client's parent is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: New bruises can indicate a serious adverse effect, such as bone marrow suppression leading to thrombocytopenia, which requires immediate attention. Naps, nausea, and dry mouth are less urgent concerns.
Question 4 of 5
A home health nurse is assessing an older adult client who reports falling a couple of times over the past week. Which of the following findings should the nurse suspect is contributing to the client's falls?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Alprazolam, a benzodiazepine, causes dizziness and impaired coordination, increasing fall risk in older adults. The other options are safety measures.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching for a client who has a new prescription for alprazolam to treat insomnia. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Alprazolam causes drowsiness, so avoiding activities requiring alertness is crucial. It does not require a high-fat meal, is not necessarily taken nightly, and is not associated with peripheral edema.