ATI LPN
ATI PN 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, reducing efficacy. It's taken as needed, not twice daily, doesn't prevent STDs, and constipation isn't a common side effect.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for morphine 4 mg IM stat. The medication is dispensed in a 5 mg/mL prefilled syringe. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Excess morphine must be witnessed and discarded due to controlled substance regulations. Saving, sharps disposal, or giving full dose are incorrect.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has hypertension and has been taking hydrochlorothiazide. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse evaluate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hydrochlorothiazide can cause electrolyte imbalances (e.g., hypokalemia). Thyroid, coagulation, and CBC aren't directly affected.
Question 4 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 signal agranulocytosis, a serious carbamazepine side effect. Others aren't typical.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer 0800 medications to a client. The medication administration record (MAR) states 'phenobarbital' and the medication the pharmacy supplied is pentobarbital. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Verifying the prescription clarifies the discrepancy between phenobarbital and pentobarbital, ensuring safety. Allergies, past intake, or MAR history don't directly resolve this.