ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to initiate IV therapy for a client. Which of the following sites should the nurse use to place the peripheral IV catheter?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nondominant forearm basilic vein is ideal for IV placement due to good blood flow and lower complication risk.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of benign prostate hypertrophy and a prescription for doxazosin. The client tells the nurse, 'I do not want to take this medication. I would prefer a natural therapy.' Which of the following supplements should the nurse suggest the client discuss with the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Saw palmetto may reduce symptoms of benign prostate hypertrophy by inhibiting 5-alpha-reductase, which reduces prostate growth. Black cohosh is used for menopausal symptoms, garlic supports cardiovascular health, and feverfew treats migraines, none of which address BPH.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for paroxetine. The nurse should instruct the client to monitor for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Drowsiness is a common side effect of paroxetine, an SSRI. Other effects are rare.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is consulting a formulary about a client's new prescription for raloxifene. The nurse should identify that this medication is used to treat which of the following conditions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Raloxifene, a SERM, treats osteoporosis by improving bone density. It may increase DVT risk and is not used for UTI or hypothyroidism.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has heart failure and a new prescription for lisinopril. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor when administering lisinopril?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lisinopril, an ACE inhibitor, relaxes blood vessels, which can cause hypotension, especially when standing. Tinnitus is not a common side effect, lisinopril may cause hyperkalemia (not hypokalemia), and bradycardia is unrelated to lisinopril.