ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam Final Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing discharge instructions with a client who has rheumatoid arthritis and a new prescription for prednisone. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Prednisone suppresses immunity, increasing infection risk, making flu vaccination important.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a provider's clinic is caring for a client who reports erectile dysfunction and requests a prescription for sildenafil. Which of the following medications currently prescribed for the client is a contraindication to taking sildenafil?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Isosorbide, a nitrate, combined with sildenafil can cause a lethal drop in blood pressure.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client Who has diabetes insipidus and is receiving vasopressin. The nurse should identify Which of the following findings as an indication that the medication is effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Vasopressin increases water reabsorption, reducing urine output in diabetes insipidus.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client Who has gout and a new prescription for allopurinol. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Increased fluid intake with allopurinol prevents kidney stone formation by flushing uric acid.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is taking levothyroxine. The nurse should recognize that which of the following findings is a manifestation of levothyroxine overdose?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Levothyroxine overdose causes hyperthyroidism symptoms, including insomnia, hyperactive reflexes, diarrhea, and anxiety.