ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has tuberculosis and is taking isoniazid and rifampin. Which of the following outcomes indicates that the client is adhering to the medication regimen?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A negative sputum culture indicates that tuberculosis bacteria are no longer detectable, suggesting effective treatment and adherence to the isoniazid and rifampin regimen.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has active pulmonary tuberculosis about management of medication for the disease. Which of the following statements is appropriate for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Combination therapy with two or more medications is standard for active tuberculosis to prevent resistance and ensure effective treatment.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of an adult client who has a fever and a prescription for acetaminophen. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a contraindication for receiving this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Alcohol use disorder increases the risk of hepatotoxicity with acetaminophen, making it a contraindication.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is discussing adverse reactions to pain medications in older adult clients with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following findings should the nurse include as risk factors for an adverse drug reaction? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Polypharmacy, multiple health issues, reduced body fat, and decreased renal function increase the risk of adverse drug reactions in older adults due to altered pharmacokinetics.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a prescription for ferrous gluconate. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Staying upright for at least 15 minutes after taking ferrous gluconate helps prevent esophageal irritation, which can occur if the medication remains in contact with the esophageal lining. Taking it with milk or antacids can reduce absorption, and black stools are an expected side effect.