ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology 2019 Exam 6 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching about the adverse effects of ergotamine to a client who has migraine headaches. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ergotamine can cause vasoconstriction, leading to paresthesias (tingling sensations), a known adverse effect to include in teaching.
Question 2 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: B
Rationale: Nitroglycerin combined with sildenafil can cause severe hypotension, making it a contraindication due to synergistic blood pressure-lowering effects.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is interviewing a client who was newly admitted prior to administering medications. The client tells the nurse, 'I forgot to tell the doctor take albuterol for asthma.' For which of the following medications should the nurse withhold the dose and notify the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Propranolol, a beta-blocker, can counteract albuterol's bronchodilation, necessitating withholding and provider notification.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is completing medication reconciliation for a client prior to their transfer to a rehabilitation facility. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Medication reconciliation involves comparing current and new prescriptions to identify discrepancies, ensuring continuity of care and preventing errors during transfer.
Question 5 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: B
Rationale: Paroxetine, an SSRI, commonly causes drowsiness, which clients should monitor to manage daily activities safely.