ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Assessment 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory findings for a female client who is taking zidovudine to treat HIV. Which of the following should the nurse identify as an adverse finding associated with this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A neutrophil count of 650/mm³ indicates neutropenia, a known adverse effect of zidovudine, increasing the risk of infections.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has heart failure and is taking digoxin. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse report to the provider as an indication of digoxin toxicity?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vomiting is a common sign of digoxin toxicity, along with nausea, confusion, and visual disturbances.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has rheumatoid arthritis and is starting to take hydroxychloroquine. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Regular eye exams are necessary while taking hydroxychloroquine because the medication can cause retinal toxicity.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) and a new prescription for doxazosin IR. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Administering the medication at bedtime is the correct first action. Doxazosin can cause dizziness and hypotension, especially after the first dose, so taking it at bedtime can help minimize these effects.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for folic acid. The client states, “I thought that was only given during pregnancy.â€. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Folic acid is crucial for the building of blood cells and is especially important during periods of rapid cell division, such as pregnancy.