ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Final Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer gabapentin 900 mg PO once daily for a client who has neuropathic pain. The amount available is gabapentin 300 mg/capsule. How many capsules should the nurse administer per dose?
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: Divide the prescribed dose (900 mg) by the available strength (300 mg/capsule). Result: 3 capsules are needed per dose.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client receiving cholinergic medications to assist in the treatment of myasthenia gravis. Which contraindication will the nurse assess for prior to administering a cholinergic medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Asthma is a contraindication for cholinergic meds because they can increase bronchoconstriction, worsening respiratory status.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is completing a client's history and physical examination. Which of the following information should the nurse consider subjective data?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Subjective data comes from the client's personal experience. Nausea is self-reported and cannot be measured, making it subjective.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has left hemiparesis how to use a cane. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: For clients with hemiparesis, the cane should be held on the stronger side (the right side in this case) to provide support for the weaker leg (left leg).
Question 5 of 5
A client diagnosed with allergic rhinitis is prescribed an antihistamine to assist with symptoms. Which of the following medications below would be considered a second-generation antihistamine?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cetirizine (Zyrtec) is a second-generation antihistamine. Second-generation antihistamines are known for causing less sedation compared to first-generation antihistamines.