ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology 2023 retake 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client before administering a hepatitis B immunization. The nurse should withhold the immunization if the client is allergic to which of the following substances?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Baker's yeast is a contraindication as hepatitis B vaccine is produced with it, risking allergic reaction. Nuts, wheat, and egg yolk are unrelated to its production.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client's response to receiving glipizide instead of guaifenesin. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Offer the client a carbohydrate snack counters glipizide's hypoglycemia risk. Bed position, urinary retention, and reflexes aren't relevant.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking alendronate to treat osteoporosis. The nurse should monitor for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Musculoskeletal pain is a known side effect of alendronate due to bone remodeling effects. Drowsiness, dyskinesia, and weight gain aren't typical.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medication record of a client who has hypertension. Which of the following medications should the nurse administer to lower the client's blood pressure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Amlodipine lowers blood pressure as a calcium channel blocker. Promethazine is an antiemetic, fluconazole is antifungal, and phenazopyridine is a urinary analgesic.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer medications to a client through an enteral feeding tube. Which of the following interventions is appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Flush the tube with 30 mL of water between each medication prevents clogging and ensures proper delivery, minimizing interactions. Adding to the feeding bag alters absorption, checking residual after is incorrect timing, and 15° elevation is insufficient 30-45° is required.