ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology 2023 retake 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for lithium. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increase fluid intake prevents lithium toxicity via adequate excretion. Low sodium risks toxicity, potassium isn't key, and before meals increases irritation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has prescriptions for spironolactone and lisinopril. The nurse should monitor for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hyperkalemia risks increase as both spironolactone and lisinopril retain potassium. Hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia, and hypokalemia aren't expected.
Question 3 of 5
A charge nurse is evaluating a newly licensed nurse caring for a client who is using a PCA device. Which of the following actions by the nurse requires intervention by the charge nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nurse administers a PCA dose for the client risks overdose only the client should press it. Monitoring, reassuring, and demonstrating are appropriate.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a clinic receives a telephone call from a client who has tuberculosis and was prescribed rifampin 3 days ago. The client reports, 'My saliva and tears are red. What should I do?' Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This is an expected adverse effect of the medication.' is correct as rifampin causes harmless red-orange discoloration of fluids. Stopping it risks resistance, it lasts during therapy not days, and diet doesn't cause it.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has chronic liver disease. Which of the following medications should the nurse recognize as appropriate for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hepatitis A vaccine protects liver health in chronic liver disease. Alprazolam risks accumulation, rotavirus vaccine is for infants, and niacin may worsen liver function.