ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Quiz 240 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription of phenelzine (Nardil) for the treatment of depression. Which of the following indicates that the client has developed an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Orthostatic hypotension is a common adverse effect of phenelzine due to its monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) activity, leading to decreased blood pressure upon standing.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for lithium carbonate. When reinforcing teaching with the client about ways to prevent lithium toxicity, the nurse should advise the client do which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clients should be cautious with physical activity in hot weather, as excessive sweating can lead to dehydration, increasing the risk of lithium toxicity.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with depression. The nurse recognizes which assessment findings to be symptoms of depression? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: Feelings of despair or hopelessness and sleep disturbances, such as insomnia or hypersomnia, are common symptoms of depression.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is describing angina to a family member of a client recently diagnosed with the condition. Which characterization of angina is the most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chest pain that occurs on physical exertion or emotional stress is the classic symptom of angina, caused by reduced blood flow to the heart muscle.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse has been doing medication education for the client receiving lithium (Eskalith). Which statement by the client indicates that teaching has been effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Excessive sweating can lead to dehydration, which can increase lithium levels and potentially lead to toxicity. This indicates effective teaching.