ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Assessment 1 II Questions
Extract:
Nurses Notes
Vital Signs
Physical Examination Results
Lab Work
Provider’s Prescription
Client Education
Follow-Up Call
(2 days ago) The client reported a history of heavy menstrual bleeding for the past 6 months, lasting 7-10 days per cycle. She describes feeling increasingly fatigued and short of breath with minimal exertion. She denies any chest pain, dizziness, or syncope. The client has no known allergies and takes no medications regularly. She has a history of iron deficiency anemia diagnosed 2 years ago but discontinued iron supplements due to gastrointestinal discomfort.
A nurse is caring for a 32-year-old female client in a clinic. The client presents with reports of heavy menstrual cycles and fatigue.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning to provide teaching to the client about the new prescription. For each teaching statement made by the nurse, click to specify if the teaching statement is indicated or contraindicated for the client.
| Options | Indicated | Contraindicated |
|---|---|---|
| It is expected for your stools to be black while taking this medication. | ||
| You can take this medication with meals if you experience discomfort when taking it on an empty stomach. | ||
| Take this medication with an antacid if you experience heartburn from the medication. | ||
| Drinking orange juice with this medication decreases the absorption of the medication. |
Correct Answer: A,B
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The correct answers are A and B.
A: It is expected for your stools to be black while taking this medication - This teaching statement is indicated because certain medications can cause black stools as a side effect, which should be communicated to the client.
B: You can take this medication with meals if you experience discomfort when taking it on an empty stomach - This teaching statement is indicated as taking the medication with meals can help alleviate discomfort on an empty stomach.
C: Take this medication with an antacid if you experience heartburn from the medication - This teaching statement is contraindicated as taking the medication with an antacid may reduce its effectiveness.
D: Drinking orange juice with this medication decreases the absorption of the medication - This teaching statement is contraindicated as it can interfere with the medication's absorption.
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