ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology N113 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a vaginal cream to a client. The nurse should instruct the client to lie in which of the following positions while in bed?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The dorsal recumbent position, lying on the back with knees flexed and soles of feet flat on the bed, is typically recommended for administering vaginal cream. This position allows for easier insertion and retention of the medication.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who takes several daily medications and states that he wants to ask the provider for a prescription for sildenafil. The nurse knows that sildenafil is contraindicated due to an interaction with which of the following client's medications?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Both sildenafil and isosorbide are vasodilators, and concomitant use can result in severe hypotension due to additive effects on blood pressure lowering.
Therefore, their combination is contraindicated.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer methylergonovine IM for a client who had a vaginal delivery earlier that day. The nurse should explain to the client that this medication will help prevent which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Methylergonovine is a uterotonic medication used to prevent or treat postpartum hemorrhage by causing uterine contractions, thereby reducing the risk of excessive bleeding after childbirth.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with monitoring a client who has preeclampsia and is receiving magnesium sulfate. The client's respiratory rate is 8/min. Which of the following should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Respiratory depression is a potential side effect of magnesium sulfate toxicity. Administering calcium gluconate can antagonize the effects of magnesium on smooth muscle and cardiac tissue, helping to counteract respiratory depression and other symptoms of magnesium toxicity.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the morning laboratory report for a client who has bipolar disorder and recently started taking lithium. The client's current lithium level is 1.2 mEq/L. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A lithium level of 1.2 mEq/L falls within the therapeutic range (0.6-1.2 mEq/L) for the treatment of bipolar disorder.
Therefore, the nurse should administer the regular dose of lithium as prescribed and closely monitor the client for any side effects.