ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of benign prostate hypertrophy and a prescription for doxazosin. The client tells the nurse, 'I do not want to take this medication. I would prefer a natural therapy.' Which of the following supplements should the nurse suggest the client discuss with the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Saw palmetto is commonly used to alleviate symptoms of benign prostate hypertrophy.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is assessing a client who has hypothyroidism and has been taking levothyroxine for 2 months. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a therapeutic response to the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reduced cold intolerance indicates that levothyroxine is effectively correcting hypothyroidism.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who reports taking propranolol for several years but has recently stopped for financial reasons. The nurse should assess the client for which of the following findings?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Abrupt cessation of propranolol can cause rebound tachycardia due to unopposed sympathetic activity.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning to administer a controlled substance to a client who is experiencing pain. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Identifying the client using two identifiers is the first step to ensure the correct patient receives the medication, preventing errors.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical history of a client prior to medication administration and notes a history of an anaphylactic reaction to penicillin. The nurse should identify that which of the following medications is contraindicated for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ceftriaxone, a cephalosporin, may cross-react with penicillin due to structural similarities, posing a risk of allergic reaction.