ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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. It doesn't prevent STDs , isn't twice daily , and constipation isn't common.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has been taking carbamazepine. Which of the following is an adverse effect of carbamazepine and should be reported to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sore throat may indicate agranulocytosis, a serious carbamazepine side effect. Salivation , incontinence , and gingivitis aren't typical.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in an influenza clinic is collecting data from four clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse identify as having a contraindication for receiving the live attenuated form of the influenza vaccine?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pregnancy contraindicates LAIV due to fetal risk; IIV is used instead. Tattoos , travel , and rhinitis aren't contraindications.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is experiencing oxycodone toxicity. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Oxycodone toxicity causes sedation due to CNS depression, with bradycardia, pinpoint pupils, and respiratory depression, not tachycardia , dilated pupils , or tachypnea .
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who started taking amitriptyline 6 days ago. The client reports that the medication is not helping. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Amitriptyline takes 2-4 weeks for therapeutic effects, requiring client education. Increasing dose , changing administration , or switching meds prematurely is inappropriate.