ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Quiz 240 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A patient asks how most antidepressants work. The nurse responds by saying that antidepressants improve mood by increasing levels of:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Antidepressants commonly work by increasing the levels of neurotransmitters such as norepinephrine and serotonin in the brain.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a group of nurses about the administration of nitroglycerin. Which of the following routes of administration provides the most rapid onset for the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sublingual administration of nitroglycerin provides the most rapid onset of action due to direct absorption through the oral mucosa.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who takes several daily medications and states that he wants to ask the provider for a prescription for sildenafil (Viagra). The nurse knows that sildenafil is contraindicated due to an interaction with which of the following client's medications?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sildenafil interacts with nitrates such as isosorbide, leading to severe hypotension, making it contraindicated in patients taking nitrates.
Question 4 of 5
A client taking nitroglycerin (Nitrostat) complains of a headache. Which conclusion is most appropriate by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Headache is a common side effect of nitroglycerin due to vasodilation and can often be managed with continued use.
Question 5 of 5
The patient on methylphenidate (Ritalin) should be assessed for:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Weight loss is a common side effect of methylphenidate (Ritalin) and should be monitored during treatment.