ATI LPN
ATI PN Pharmacology 2020 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has been taking diazepam several times per day but recently ran out of the medication. Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as a manifestation of withdrawal from diazepam?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tremors are a common withdrawal symptom from diazepam, a benzodiazepine, due to central nervous system hyperactivity. Hypotension and drowsiness are not typical, and anorexia is less specific to benzodiazepine withdrawal.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning to administer medications to a client who has trigeminal neuralgia. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer to manage the client's pain?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Carbamazepine, an anticonvulsant, is commonly used to reduce nerve pain in trigeminal neuralgia. Fluoxetine (antidepressant), methylphenidate (stimulant), and lorazepam (anxiolytic) are not indicated for this condition.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing an acute asthma attack. The nurse should expect to administer which of the following medications?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Levalbuterol, a short-acting bronchodilator, provides rapid relief in acute asthma attacks. Cromolyn and budesonide are for prevention, and ipratropium is less commonly the first choice.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who received diphenhydramine 1 hr ago after developing an allergic reaction to trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole. Which of the following statements by the client should indicate to the nurse that the medication is effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A no-longer-hoarse voice indicates diphenhydramine has reduced throat swelling from the allergic reaction, showing effectiveness. Alertness contradicts its sedative effect, and headache or appetite changes are not primary indicators.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer enoxaparin subcutaneously to a client using a prefilled syringe. The nurse should plan to use which of the following techniques when administering this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Enoxaparin should be injected into abdominal tissue for proper absorption and to minimize bruising. Aspiration, massaging the site, or expelling the air bubble (which ensures full dose delivery) are not recommended techniques for this medication.