ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has a new prescription for warfarin. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using an electric razor minimizes bleeding risk, unlike increasing vitamin K, taking aspirin, or drinking alcohol, which interfere with warfarin.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who is receiving a unit of packed red blood cells (RBCs) following surgery. Which of the following assessments is an indication that the client might be experiencing circulatory overload?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dyspnea indicates circulatory overload from fluid accumulation in the lungs, unlike bradycardia, flushing, or vomiting.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is obtaining a medical history from a client who is to start warfarin therapy and currently uses herbal supplements at home. The nurse should inform the client that which of the following herbal supplements can interact adversely with warfarin?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Feverfew can increase bleeding risk by inhibiting platelet aggregation, adversely interacting with warfarin and potentially altering INR levels.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who is receiving a unit of packed RBCs following surgery. Which of the following assessments is an indication that the client might be experiencing a hemolytic reaction?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dyspnea indicates a hemolytic reaction due to hemoglobin release into the bloodstream, causing respiratory distress. Vomiting, flushing, and hypotension are less specific to hemolysis.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for propranolol. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following severe reactions to this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Propranolol can cause postural hypotension by reducing vascular tone, leading to dizziness or falls, unlike ototoxicity, hypokalemia, or tachycardia.