ATI RN
ATI NUR 229 Pharmacology Test 1 OEK Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has been taking prednisone to treat asthma and has a new prescription to discontinue the medication. The nurse should explain to the client to reduce the dose gradually to prevent which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Long-term prednisone suppresses adrenal cortisol production. Abrupt cessation can cause adrenocortical insufficiency. Gradual tapering allows adrenal recovery. Other effects are not directly related.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is reviewing medication errors. Which situation is an example of a medication error?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A medication error involves incorrect administration, like giving a double dose by not cutting a pill. Hives may be an allergic reaction, persistent pain isn't an error, and refusal is a patient choice.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who asks how albuterol helps his breathing. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Albuterol, a short-acting beta-2 agonist, relaxes bronchial smooth muscles, opening airways and preventing wheezing. It does not directly reduce coughing, stimulate mucus, or reduce inflammation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has asthma and a new prescription for fluticasone/salmeterol. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse instruct the client to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fluticasone, a corticosteroid, can cause oral thrush, presenting as a white coating in the mouth, which requires reporting. Increased appetite, dry mouth, and sedation are not typical adverse effects.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has asthma about how to use an albuterol inhaler. Which of the following actions by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Holding the breath for 10 seconds after inhaling albuterol allows the medication to reach deep into the lungs, maximizing effectiveness. Other actions reflect incorrect inhaler technique.