ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for rifampin. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rifampin causes a harmless reddish-orange discoloration of body fluids, including urine, which is a normal side effect.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking warfarin and reports taking several new herbal supplements. The nurse should identify which of the following supplements is contraindicated for concurrent use with warfarin?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ginkgo biloba can increase the risk of bleeding when taken with warfarin due to its antiplatelet effects, making it contraindicated.
Question 3 of 5
A home care nurse is teaching a client about safe medication disposal. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Returning expired medication to the pharmacist ensures safe disposal and complies with regulations.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a medication to a client for the first time and needs to know about potential food and medication interactions. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Consulting a drug reference guide provides accurate, specific information about potential food and medication interactions.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a scheduled dose of warfarin to a client. Which of the following laboratory tests should the nurse review prior to administration?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: PT measures the time it takes for blood to clot, and it is particularly relevant for clients taking warfarin because warfarin works by inhibiting the synthesis of certain clotting factors, including factors II, VII, IX, and X, which are involved in the PT pathway. Monitoring PT levels helps ensure that the client is receiving an appropriate dose of warfarin to prevent clot formation without causing excessive bleeding.