ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharmacology 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse working in an urgent care clinic is collecting data from a client who takes montelukast. Which of the following is an expected therapeutic effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Montelukast reduces bronchial inflammation for asthma control. Vasodilation , gastric acid , and WBC aren't affected.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for morphine 4 mg IM stat. The medication is dispensed in a 5 mg/mL prefilled syringe. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Excess morphine requires witnessed disposal due to controlled substance rules. Sharps , full dose , and saving are incorrect.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving an oral solution of codeine to suppress a nonproductive cough. Which of the following is the nurse's data collection priority following administration of this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Codeine, an opioid, can cause respiratory depression; monitoring respiratory rate is priority over heart rate , BP , or consciousness .
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has chronic hypertension. The client's morning vital signs include BP 140/80 mm Hg, heart rate 54/min, and respiratory rate 18/min. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to withhold?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Atenolol, a beta-blocker, may worsen bradycardia (HR 54/min). Others are safe with controlled BP.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for ceftriaxone. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ceftriaxone may cause a maculopapular rash as an allergic reaction. Urine , constipation , and edema aren't common effects.