ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking triamterene. For which of the following laboratory values should the nurse withhold the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Triamterene is a potassium-sparing diuretic, and a potassium level of 5.3 mEq/L (above normal) indicates hyperkalemia risk, so the medication should be withheld.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer potassium chloride elixir 20 mEq/day PO to divide equally every 12 hr. Available is 6.7 mEq/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Total dose is 20 mEq/day, so 10 mEq per dose every 12 hours. Calculation: (10 mEq / 6.7 mEq) x 5 mL = 7.46 mL, rounded to 7.5 mL per dose.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for clozapine. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Clozapine can cause agranulocytosis, and fever may indicate infection, so clients should report it immediately for further evaluation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is taking an osmotic laxative. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication of fluid volume deficit?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Oliguria indicates fluid volume deficit, as the body reduces urine output to conserve fluid, a potential issue with osmotic laxatives.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for paroxetine. The nurse should instruct the client to monitor for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Drowsiness is a common side effect of paroxetine, an SSRI, and clients should be advised to monitor for it.