ATI LPN
ATI PN Pharmacology 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has a new prescription for celecoxib to treat osteoarthritis. Which of the following should the nurse recognize as a contraindication for this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Celecoxib is contraindicated with sulfonamide allergy due to potential cross-sensitivity. Others aren't contraindications.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning to administer medications to a client who has trigeminal neuralgia. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer to manage the client's pain?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Carbamazepine is the first-line treatment for trigeminal neuralgia pain. Others aren't indicated.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing a list of current medications for a client who is starting therapy with furosemide. Which of the following medications should the nurse identify as being contraindicated?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Furosemide reduces lithium clearance, risking toxicity. It has no significant contraindications with albuterol, levothyroxine, or cetirizine.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has been taking epoetin alfa for 3 months. Which of the following laboratory tests should the nurse monitor to determine the effectiveness of the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Epoetin alfa increases hemoglobin by stimulating RBC production, indicating effectiveness. TA, AST, and troponin aren't relevant.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer an insulin injection for a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Insulin is injected at 90° into subcutaneous tissue like the thigh with a small needle, not rapidly, with a tuberculin syringe, or via Z-track.