ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Final Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has seizures and a new prescription for phenytoin. Which of the following information should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Alcohol interacts with phenytoin leading to CNS depression.
Question 2 of 5
A client is receiving her third course of chemotherapy. What will the nurse teach her about managing stomatitis, an adverse effect of this drug involving inflammation of the oral mucosa?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Daily mouth examination helps monitor stomatitis progression and complications.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse can prevent medication errors by following which principles? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: Following the rights of medication administration and using two identifiers prevent errors.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a male client who has peripheral vascular disease (PVC)), is taking dietary supplements, and has a new prescription for warfarin. The nurse should instruct the client to stop which of the following supplements prior to starting the warfarin? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Feverfew, garlic, and gingko can reduce the activity of vitamin K or interfere with platelet function, increasing bleeding risk with warfarin.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for lithium to treat bipolar disorder. The nurse should instruct the client to ensure an adequate intake of which of the following dietary elements?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lithium reduces urine concentration, leading to sodium and water loss, requiring adequate sodium intake.