ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology 2023 retake 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving filgrastim. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bone pain is common with filgrastim due to marrow stimulation. Hypertension, fluid retention, and hypokalemia aren't typical.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is taking prednisone and self-administers insulin daily. The nurse should identify that which of the following findings indicates a medication interaction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hyperglycemia results from prednisone reducing insulin sensitivity, requiring dose adjustments. Hypotension, paresthesia, and jaundice aren't typical interactions.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who has tuberculosis and a prescription for rifampin. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: I should take this medication on an empty stomach.' enhances rifampin absorption. Stopping early risks resistance, tinnitus isn't expected, and joint pain isn't typical.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is collecting data from a client who continues to have a migraine headache after taking sumatriptan orally 2 hr ago. Which of the following findings is the priority for the nurse to report?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypertension is priority as sumatriptan's vasoconstriction can dangerously elevate blood pressure, risking stroke or infarction. Tingling, dizziness, and flushing are common but less urgent.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has schizophrenia and a new prescription for haloperidol. The nurse should instruct the client to avoid taking which of the following medications?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diphenhydramine increases sedation and anticholinergic effects with haloperidol, risking toxicity. Docusate, ibuprofen, and glucosamine are safe.