ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the care of a client admitted for an acetaminophen overdose. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse anticipate implementing?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acetylcysteine is the antidote for acetaminophen overdose, preventing liver damage. Naloxone , amylase/lipase , and x-ray aren't relevant.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning to administer medications to a client who has trigeminal neuralgia. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer to manage the client's pain?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Carbamazepine is the first-line treatment for trigeminal neuralgia, stabilizing nerve membranes to reduce pain. Lorazepam , Fluoxetine , and Methylphenidate are not indicated.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has hypertension and has been taking hydrochlorothiazide. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse evaluate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hydrochlorothiazide can cause electrolyte imbalances (e.g., hypokalemia), requiring monitoring. Others aren't directly affected.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has been taking methimazole for 2 months for the treatment of a thyroid imbalance. Which of the following findings indicates that the medication is effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Methimazole treats hyperthyroidism; weight gain shows normalized metabolism. Menstrual flow , breath sounds , and libido aren't direct indicators.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who states she recently started taking garlic as an herbal supplement. The nurse should advise the client to stop taking garlic due to a potential reaction with which of the following client medications?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Garlic increases bleeding risk with warfarin. No significant interactions with dicloxacillin , esomeprazole , or hydrochlorothiazide .