ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology 2023 retake 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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: C
Rationale: My voice is no longer hoarse.' indicates reduced airway swelling from the allergic reaction, a key sign of diphenhydramine's effectiveness. Appetite and headache aren't primary targets, and alertness contradicts its sedative effect.
Question 2 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: C
Rationale: My voice is no longer hoarse.' indicates reduced airway swelling from the allergic reaction, a key sign of diphenhydramine's effectiveness. Appetite and headache aren't primary targets, and alertness contradicts its sedative effect.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes
Vital Signs
Laboratory Results
0800:
Client is admitted with a 3-day history of abdominal cramps and diarrhea of 4 to 5 liquid stools per day.
Client was taking amoxicillin/clavulanate 875 mg PO every 12 hr for 10 days for a respiratory tract infection. Antibiotics completed 7 days ago.
Bilateral breath sounds clear and present throughout.
Abdomen soft, distended with hyperactive bowel sounds audible in all 4 quadrants.
Stool is watery and contains mucous. Stool sent for culture.
A nurse is assisting in the care of a female client.
Question 3 of 5
Complete the following sentence by using the lists of options: The nurse should first address the client ___ followed by the client's ___.
| blood pressure |
| Hgb level |
| temperature |
| potassium level |
| abdominal findings |
| Hct level |
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: The nurse should first address the client blood pressure due to hypotension from diarrhea, followed by the client's potassium level to prevent hypokalemia complications.
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Question 4 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 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has chronic liver disease. Which of the following medications should the nurse recognize as appropriate for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hepatitis A vaccine protects liver health in chronic liver disease. Alprazolam risks accumulation, rotavirus vaccine is for infants, and niacin may worsen liver function.