ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology 2023 Questions
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Question 1 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.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has chronic hypertension. The client's morning vital signs include BP 140/80 mm Hg, heart rate 54/min, and respiratory rate 18/min. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to withhold?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Atenolol, a beta-blocker, may worsen bradycardia (HR 54/min). Others are safe with controlled BP.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for sustained-release verapamil. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Verapamil causes constipation; fiber and fluid help. Crushing disrupts sustained release, anemia checks aren't needed, and sitting upright is for other drugs.
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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 4 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 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a prescription for sildenafil to treat erectile dysfunction. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fatty foods delay sildenafil absorption. It doesn't prevent STDs , isn't twice daily , and constipation isn't common.