ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam Final Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client Who has asthma and a new prescription for montelukast. The nurse should instruct the client to report Which of the following adverse effects to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Montelukast can cause rare neuropsychiatric effects, including depression, which should be reported.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetes and plans to administer his regular insulin subcutaneously before he eats breakfast at 0800. After checking the client's morning glucose level, which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Regular insulin should be given 30 minutes before meals to match its peak with meal-induced glucose rise.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a fungal infection and has a new prescription for amphotericin B. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse report to the provider before initiating the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A BUN of 55 mg/dL indicates compromised renal function, increasing the risk of amphotericin B nephrotoxicity.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has asthma and a new prescription for fluticasone/salmeterol. For Which if the following adverse effects should the nurse instruct the client to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A white coating indicates oral thrush, a common adverse effect of inhaled corticosteroids, requiring reporting.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has a detached retina and is preoperative for a surgical repair. The nurse should prepare to administer which of the following medications?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Phenylephrine dilates the pupil, facilitating visualization and access during retinal surgery.