ATI LPN
ATI PN Pharmacology 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for nitroglycerin transdermal patches to treat angina. The nurse should inform the client that which of the following manifestations is an adverse effect of the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Headache is a common nitroglycerin side effect due to vasodilation. Tinnitus, hypertension, and polyuria aren't typical.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the care of a client admitted for an acetaminophen overdose. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse anticipate implementing?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acetylcysteine is the antidote for acetaminophen overdose, preventing liver damage. Amylase/lipase, chest x-ray, and naloxone aren't relevant.
Extract:
Nurses Notes
2 days ago:
Client presented to the emergency department with reports of chest pain after shoveling snow. Cardiac work-up was normal. Client diagnosed with angina related to physical activity and told to follow up with their primary care provider.
Today:
Client presents to the office for a follow-up with the provider for diagnosis of angina. Client reports experiencing angina again following a large meal yesterday. Provider prescribed nitroglycerin patch. Reinforced teaching with the client about their new prescription.
Question 3 of 5
Nurses Notes 2 days ago: Client presented to the emergency department with reports of chest pain after shoveling snow. Cardiac work-up was normal. Client diagnosed with angina related to physical activity and told to follow up with their primary care provider. Today: Client presents to the office for a follow-up with the provider for diagnosis of angina. Client reports experiencing angina again following a large meal yesterday. Provider prescribed nitroglycerin patch. Reinforced teaching with the client about their new prescription. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include when reinforcing teaching to the client about their medication? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: Headache prompts removal, dizziness requires lying down, onset is 30-45 min, apply to hairless skin, remove after 12-14 hr to prevent tolerance. Same site daily risks irritation.
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Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a prescription for sildenafil to treat erectile dysfunction. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fatty foods delay sildenafil absorption, reducing efficacy. It's taken as needed, not twice daily, doesn't prevent STDs, and constipation isn't a common side effect.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is administering the first dose of ramipril to a client who has hypertension. The client reports feeling dizzy and lightheaded. Which of the following should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dizziness from ramipril suggests hypotension; an IV fluid bolus raises blood pressure. Carbohydrates treat hypoglycemia, diphenhydramine allergies, and naloxone opioid overdose—none apply here.