ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Assessment 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking a glucocorticoid. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse the client is experiencing hypokalemia? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,E
Rationale: Muscle weakness is a common symptom of hypokalemia due to decreased potassium levels affecting muscle function. Fatigue is another symptom as low potassium levels can impair cellular function and energy production.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has rheumatoid arthritis and is starting to take hydroxychloroquine. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Regular eye exams are necessary while taking hydroxychloroquine because the medication can cause retinal toxicity.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is talking with a client who has a new prescription for an ipratropium inhaler to treat exercise-induced bronchospasm. Which of the following client statements should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An allergy to atropine is significant because ipratropium is chemically related to atropine, which could lead to a severe allergic reaction.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who refuses a prescribed influenza immunization. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asking the client to describe their concerns allows the nurse to understand the client's perspective and address any misconceptions or fears they may have about the influenza immunization.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the health history of a client who experiences migraine headaches and has asked about a prescription for sumatriptan. Which of the following conditions should the nurse identify as a contraindication for taking sumatriptan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Coronary artery disease (CA
D) is a contraindication for sumatriptan. Sumatriptan can cause vasoconstriction of coronary arteries, which can exacerbate CAD and increase the risk of myocardial infarction or other cardiac events.