ATI RN
ATI RN Med Surg Pharm Competence Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the morning laboratory results of electrolytes for four clients who are receiving digoxin. Which of the following clients should the nurse identify as being at risk for developing digoxin toxicity?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Furosemide can cause hypokalemia, which increases the risk of digoxin toxicity.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who takes prednisone orally to prevent organ rejection following a kidney transplant. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Prednisone can cause elevated blood glucose levels, requiring regular monitoring.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has multiple sclerosis and a new prescription for baclofen. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Baclofen can cause drowsiness and impair motor skills, so clients should avoid driving until they understand how the medication affects them.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has been taking omeprazole for the past 4 weeks. The nurse determines that the medication is effective when the client reports relief from which of the following symptoms?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that relieves acid indigestion or heartburn.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for clopidogrel. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clopidogrel is an antiplatelet agent, and monitoring for black, tarry stools helps detect gastrointestinal bleeding.