ATI RN
ATI Nurs 180 Pharmacology Quiz Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing education to a client who has migraine headaches and has a new prescription for sumatriptan (Imitrex). Which manifestations Indicate a possible adverse reaction that the nurse should instruct the client to stop taking the medication and notify the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Persistent chest pain. This is indicative of a serious adverse reaction that could be related to cardiovascular side effects of sumatriptan. The nurse should instruct the client to stop taking the medication and notify the provider immediately to prevent any potential complications. Indigestion (
A), weight gain (
B), and nausea (
D) are common side effects of sumatriptan but do not typically warrant stopping the medication unless severe or persistent.
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