ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who started taking amitriptyline 6 days ago. The client reports that the medication is not helping. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Amitriptyline takes 2-4 weeks for therapeutic effects, requiring client education. Increasing dose , changing administration , or switching meds prematurely is inappropriate.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has been taking carbamazepine. Which of the following is an adverse effect of carbamazepine and should be reported to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sore throat may indicate agranulocytosis, a serious carbamazepine side effect. Salivation , incontinence , and gingivitis aren't typical.
Extract:
Nurses’ notes
Vital Signs
Medication Administration Record
Client reports tightness in the chest that radiates to the left arm. States pain as 7 on a scale of 0 to 10. Client is diaphoretic and short of breath.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following instructions should the nurse include when reinforcing teaching to the client about their medication? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Nitroglycerin patches may cause dizziness, managed by lying down with feet elevated ; require hairless skin for adhesion ; and need removal after 12-14 hours to prevent tolerance . Onset is slower than 30-45 min , headaches are managed with analgesics not removal (E), and sites should rotate (F).
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Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client receiving gentamicin. For which of the following should the nurse monitor the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gentamicin can cause ototoxicity, including tinnitus. Tachycardia , polyuria , and photophobia aren't typical.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer an insulin injection for a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Insulin is injected subcutaneously at 90° (e.g., thigh). Tuberculin syringes are for intradermal, 20-gauge is too large, and Z-track is for IM.