ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology 2023 retake 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is to start therapy with furosemide. The nurse determines that the teaching is effective when the client states he will increase intake of which of the following foods?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Baked potatoes are potassium-rich, countering furosemide's potassium loss. Oatmeal, rice, and eggs lack significant potassium.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is checking the forearm of a client who received a tuberculin skin test 48 hr ago. Which of the following findings at the injection site should indicate to the nurse a positive result?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Firmness indicates induration, a positive TB test sign. Excoriation, ulceration, and bleeding aren't diagnostic.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medication record of a client who has hypertension. Which of the following medications should the nurse administer to lower the client's blood pressure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Amlodipine lowers blood pressure as a calcium channel blocker. Promethazine is an antiemetic, fluconazole is antifungal, and phenazopyridine is a urinary analgesic.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer erythromycin PO to a client who has an infection. The nurse checks the client's medical record and notes that the client has a severe allergy to penicillin. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administer the medication to the client is correct as erythromycin, a macrolide, has no cross-reactivity with penicillin. Premedication or changing route or medication isn't needed.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has schizophrenia and a new prescription for haloperidol. The nurse should instruct the client to avoid taking which of the following medications?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diphenhydramine increases sedation and anticholinergic effects with haloperidol, risking toxicity. Docusate, ibuprofen, and glucosamine are safe.