ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 V Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has received propofol during a colonoscopy. The nurse should monitor for which of the following as an adverse effect of the medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Propofol can cause respiratory depression, a critical adverse effect requiring close monitoring during sedation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has started taking theophylline. Which of the following client findings should indicate to the nurse that the medication is effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Theophylline, a bronchodilator, is effective if it reduces wheezing by opening airways in respiratory conditions.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking interferon. Which of the following findings indicates the client is experiencing an adverse effect of the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fever is a common adverse effect of interferon therapy, often presenting as a flu-like symptom due to its cytokine action, and may resolve with continued use.
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 with two identifiers ensures the right patient receives the controlled substance, a critical first step.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing a client's medical history before administering a new prescription for atropine. Which of the following client conditions is contraindicated?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Atropine is contraindicated in glaucoma due to its potential to increase intraocular pressure, exacerbating the condition.