ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Final Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who overdosed on morphine and has a respiratory rate of 6/min. Which medication should the nurse plan to administer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Naloxone is the standard treatment for opioid overdose, including morphine. It is an opioid antagonist that binds to opioid receptors in the brain, effectively reversing the effects of opioids and restoring normal respiration.
Question 2 of 5
A client diagnosed with Addison's disease is being treated with prednisone. The nurse must educate the patient about which of the following side effects of prednisone? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Prednisone increases the risk for infection due to immunosuppression, causes hypertension due to sodium retention, and leads to hyperglycemia by increasing glucose production. Hypotension and hypoglycemia are not typical side effects.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who is at risk for skin breakdown. Which of the following interventions should the nurse use to help maintain the integrity of the client's skin?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Providing a diet high in protein helps maintain skin integrity by supporting tissue repair and regeneration.
Question 4 of 5
A client who suffers from hypertension is prescribed propranolol. The nurse would educate the client on which side effects associated with this medication? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Propranolol can mask hypoglycemia symptoms cause bronchoconstriction especially in asthma patients
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a patient with activity intolerance for possible orthostatic hypotension. Which finding will help confirm orthostatic hypotension?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A drop of 20+ mmHg in systolic or 10+ mmHg in diastolic within 3 minutes of standing confirms orthostatic hypotension.
Choice B meets this criterion.