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ATI N211 Pharmacology Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who takes acetaminophen daily to manage mild knee pain. The nurse should instruct the client to monitor for which of the following adverse reactions to this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Jaundice indicates liver damage, a serious adverse effect of excessive or long-term acetaminophen use. Tinnitus, muscle pain, and hyperglycemia are not associated.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is performing discharge teaching for a client who has seizures and a new prescription for phenytoin. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Phenytoin is typically long-term, and abrupt discontinuation increases seizure risk, indicating a need for further teaching. The other statements reflect correct understanding.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for an adolescent client who is receiving carbamazepine for partial seizure disorder. Which of the following statements by the client's parent is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: New bruises can indicate a serious adverse effect, such as bone marrow suppression leading to thrombocytopenia, which requires immediate attention. Naps, nausea, and dry mouth are less urgent concerns.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has schizophrenia and is taking risperidone. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Weight gain is a common side effect of risperidone due to its effects on metabolism and appetite. Bradycardia, dependent edema, and nightmares are not typically associated with risperidone.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for four clients. After administering morning medications, she realizes that the nifedipine prescribed for one client was inadvertently administered to another client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Checking vital signs is the immediate priority to ensure the client's stability after a medication error, as nifedipine affects blood pressure and heart rate.