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ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 IV Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who is to start taking clopidogrel. The nurse should instruct the client to monitor and report which of the following adverse effects of the medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Bruising. Clopidogrel is an antiplatelet medication that helps prevent blood clots. One of the common side effects of clopidogrel is increased risk of bleeding, which can manifest as easy bruising. Monitoring and reporting bruising is important as it could indicate potential issues with clotting.
A: Blurred vision is not a common side effect of clopidogrel.
B: Constipation is not a common side effect of clopidogrel.
D: Weight loss is not a common side effect of clopidogrel.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse notifies the client and provides teaching about the newly prescribed medication. For each of the statements made by the client, click to specify whether the statement indicates an understanding or no understanding of the teaching provided: A.
Correct Answer: A,A,B,A,B
Rationale: The correct answer is A, A, B, A, B. A indicates understanding as it shows the client knows to notify the provider of black stools. A is repeated for emphasis. B is incorrect as the client should not take medication with orange juice. C is incorrect as the medication should not be taken on an empty stomach. D is incorrect as antacids are usually recommended with this medication. E is incorrect as rinsing the mouth is not necessary for this medication. The correct choices demonstrate understanding of the medication regimen and safety precautions.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for a metered-dose inhaler. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: The correct answers are A, B, C, and E. A spacer improves drug delivery and reduces side effects. Inhaling slowly helps medication reach the lungs. Holding the mouthpiece between the lips ensures proper inhalation technique. Rinsing the mouth after use prevents oral thrush.
Choice D is incorrect as the inhaler may be for prevention too.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for epoetin alfa. Which of the following routes should the nurse plan to use for administration?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Subcutaneous. Epoetin alfa is a medication commonly administered subcutaneously to stimulate red blood cell production. Subcutaneous route allows for slow and consistent absorption. Oral administration is not suitable as the medication would be destroyed in the digestive system. Transdermal and intranasal routes are not appropriate for epoetin alfa.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has tuberculosis and is taking isoniazid and rifampin. Which of the following outcomes indicates that the client is adhering to the medication regimen?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C. A negative sputum culture indicates that the client is adhering to the medication regimen for tuberculosis. This outcome suggests that the medication is effectively reducing the bacterial load in the lungs. A positive PPD test (choice
A) indicates exposure to TB but does not assess medication adherence. A negative HIV test (choice
B) is unrelated to TB medication adherence. Liver function test results within the expected range (choice
D) are important but do not directly confirm medication adherence for TB.