ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is instructing a client who is newly diagnosed with pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) about the use of antitubercular medications. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: TB treatment typically lasts 6-12 months to ensure complete bacterial eradication, preventing resistance, unlike lifelong treatment or Mantoux test reliance.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client recently prescribed doxycycline (Doryx) for the treatment of a urinary tract infection. Which of the following statements below applies to doxycycline (Doryx)? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,F
Rationale: Doxycycline can cause tooth discoloration, interacts with antacids reducing absorption, and causes photosensitivity. It is not contraindicated in lactation, does not cause hyperglycemia, and is safe for those over 8 years.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse understands that neomycin may cause serious adverse effects such as HepatotoxicityCardiotoxicityDermatotoxicityNeurotoxicityOtotoxicityHemotoxicity and HepatotoxicityCardiotoxicityNephrotoxicityDermatotoxicityOtotoxicityHemotoxicity.
Correct Answer: D,G
Rationale: Neomycin, an aminoglycoside, can cause neurotoxicity (e.g., muscle weakness) and nephrotoxicity (kidney damage), particularly in infants, unlike other listed effects.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a fungal infection and prescribed fluconazole (Diflucan). Which of the following side effects should the nurse caution the client regarding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fluconazole can cause liver toxicity, elevating liver enzymes, requiring monitoring. It does not typically affect creatinine clearance, secretions, or cause Red Man syndrome.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for an immunosuppressed pediatric client who reports soreness in his mouth and refuses to eat. Inspection of his mouth reveals a white, milky plaque that do not come off with rubbing. The nurse should anticipate which drug to be administered to this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nystatin treats oral candidiasis (thrush), indicated by white plaque, unlike amoxicillin (bacterial), acyclovir (viral), or metronidazole (anaerobic/protozoal).