ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the list of current medications for a client who has a new prescription for nitroglycerin. The nurse should identify that which of the following client medications is contraindicated for use with nitroglycerin?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sildenafil can cause severe hypotension when combined with nitroglycerin due to additive vasodilatory effects.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking digoxin to treat heart failure. Which of the following factors predisposes this client to developing digoxin toxicity?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: High-ceiling diuretics like furosemide can cause hypokalemia, increasing the risk of digoxin toxicity.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client in the post-anesthesia unit who is experiencing malignant hyperthermia. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse anticipate administering?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dantrolene is used to treat malignant hyperthermia by preventing calcium release from the sarcoplasmic reticulum.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medication administration record for a client who has cancer and is receiving morphine via a PCA pump. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse clarify with the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nalbuphine, a mixed opioid agonist-antagonist, can counteract morphine's effects, reducing pain relief and requiring clarification.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer filgrastim 5 mcg/kg/day subcutaneous to a client who weighs 143 lb. How many mcg should the nurse administer per day? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dose= Weight in kg * dose per kg per day; 143lb/2.2046 * 5mcg = 325mcg per day