ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a daily dose of warfarin to a client. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse check prior to administration?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: INR monitors warfarin's anticoagulation effect (therapeutic 2-3). WBC , platelets , and APTT aren't primary.
Question 2 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 3 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 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving an oral solution of codeine to suppress a nonproductive cough. Which of the following is the nurse's data collection priority following administration of this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Codeine, an opioid, can cause respiratory depression; monitoring respiratory rate is priority over heart rate , BP , or consciousness .
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client receiving gentamicin. For which of the following should the nurse monitor the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gentamicin can cause ototoxicity, including tinnitus. Tachycardia , polyuria , and photophobia aren't typical.