ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Assessment 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for methimazole for the treatment of hyperthyroidism. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: I will contact the provider if my throat becomes sore. This statement indicates the client understands a potential side effect of methimazole, agranulocytosis, which can present as a sore throat. Contacting the provider promptly is crucial. The other choices are incorrect because: A: Methimazole does not typically cause constipation. C: Weighing oneself is not directly related to the medication's effectiveness. D: Methimazole is not taken as needed but as prescribed regularly to manage hyperthyroidism.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client in the emergency department. The client is at risk for developing which of the following conditions?
Correct Answer: E
Rationale: The correct answer is E: Hypoglycemia. In the emergency department, a client at risk for hypoglycemia may have low blood sugar levels which can lead to serious complications like confusion, seizures, and loss of consciousness. Monitoring blood glucose levels and providing appropriate interventions are crucial. Hypercalcemia (
A), hypotension (
B), hypokalemia (
C), and hypernatremia (
D) are not typically immediate risks in the emergency setting for this scenario. Hypercalcemia is high calcium levels, hypotension is low blood pressure, hypokalemia is low potassium levels, and hypernatremia is high sodium levels.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for folic acid. The client states, “I thought that was only given during pregnancy.â€. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Folic acid is important for the building of blood cells. Folic acid is essential for the synthesis of DNA and the production of red blood cells. It plays a crucial role in preventing anemia and promoting overall blood cell health. Folic acid is not primarily given for stimulating the immune system (
A), increasing medication absorption (
B), or managing benign prostatic hyperplasia (
C).
Therefore, the correct choice focuses on the key role of folic acid in blood cell formation, aligning with the client's query about its necessity outside of pregnancy.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer mannitol IV to a client. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following manifestations as an expected outcome of this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Reduced intracranial pressure. Mannitol is an osmotic diuretic used to decrease intracranial pressure by drawing excess fluid out of brain tissue. Monitoring for this outcome is crucial in managing conditions such as head trauma or cerebral edema. Option A is incorrect as mannitol does not affect thyroid hormone levels. Option B is incorrect as mannitol does not directly correct atrial flutter. Option D is incorrect as mannitol does not impact hemoglobin levels.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the health history of a client who experiences migraine headaches and has asked about a prescription for sumatriptan. Which of the following conditions should the nurse identify as a contraindication for taking sumatriptan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Coronary artery disease. Sumatriptan is contraindicated in clients with coronary artery disease due to its vasoconstrictive effects, which can lead to increased risk of cardiovascular events. Clients with coronary artery disease already have compromised blood flow to the heart, and using sumatriptan can further exacerbate this condition, potentially leading to serious complications like heart attack or stroke.
Choices A, B, and C are not contraindications for taking sumatriptan as they do not interact directly with the medication's mechanism of action. Asthma, kidney disease, and rheumatoid arthritis do not pose a significant risk when taking sumatriptan compared to the potential risks associated with coronary artery disease.