ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer propranolol to a client. Which of the following should the nurse assess prior to administering this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Propranolol, a beta-blocker, can lower heart rate; assessing heart rate ensures it is safe to administer.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving hospice care and has a prescription for fentanyl buccal film. Which of the following methods should the nurse use to administer this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fentanyl buccal film is placed against the cheek's mucous membrane for absorption.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medication list of a client who has erectile dysfunction and is requesting a prescription for sildenafil. The nurse should identify that which of the following medications is a contraindication for receiving this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sildenafil combined with nitroglycerin can cause severe hypotension due to additive vasodilatory effects, potentially leading to cardiovascular collapse.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is interviewing a client who reports a desire to quit smoking. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse expect the provider to prescribe?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bupropion is approved to aid smoking cessation by reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving prednisone on a long-term basis to treat inflammatory bowel disease. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Long-term prednisone use increases osteoporosis risk; a high-calcium diet supports bone health.