ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam Final Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who takes opioid pain medication and has a new prescription for docusate sodium. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Docusate sodium is a stool softener that takes effect within 1-3 days by increasing water in the stool to ease passage.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing Cushing's Triad following a subdural hematoma. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Mannitol reduces intracranial pressure by drawing water from brain tissue in Cushing's Triad.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for ferrous sulfate tablets twice daily for iron-deficiency anemia. The client asks the nurse why the provider instructed that she take the ferrous sulfate between meals. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Taking ferrous sulfate between meals maximizes absorption, as some foods inhibit iron uptake.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medication list for a client who has a new diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus. The nurse should recognize Which of the following medications can cause glucose intolerance?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Prednisone increases insulin resistance, leading to hyperglycemia and glucose intolerance.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has deep vein thrombosis and has been on heparin continuous infusion for 5 days. The provider prescribes warfarin PO Without discontinuing the heparin. The client asks the nurse Why both anticoagulants are necessary. Which of the following Statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Warfarin has an onset of action of 4-5 days, requiring heparin to bridge the gap to prevent clot formation during this period.