ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam Final Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who has liver failure with ascites and is receiving spironolactone. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Spironolactone, a potassium-sparing diuretic, promotes sodium excretion, leading to hyponatremia.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has seizures and a new prescription for phenytoin. Which of the following information should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Alcohol impairs liver metabolism, increasing phenytoin toxicity risk.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client prior to administering a seasonal influenza vaccine. The client says he read about an influenza vaccine that is given as a nasal spray and wants to receive it. The nurse should recognize that Which of the following findings is a contraindication for the client receiving the live attenuated influenza vaccine (LAV)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Live attenuated influenza vaccine is contraindicated in individuals over 50 years old due to their weakened immune systems, which increases the risk of severe infection.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has heart failure and a new prescription for furosemide. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse review before administering furosemide?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Furosemide causes potassium loss, and checking potassium levels prevents worsening hypokalemia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking naproxen following an exacerbation of rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following statements by the client requires further discussion by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Crushing naproxen alters its pharmacokinetics, increasing gastrointestinal side effects and reducing effectiveness.