ATI RN
ATI Pharmocology Exam Fletcher NRSG 106 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A patient had abdominal surgery this morning. The patient is groggy but complaining of severe pain around the incision. What is the most important assessment data to consider before the nurse administers a dose of morphine sulfate to the patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Morphine can cause respiratory depression, so assessing respiratory rate is critical before administration.
Question 2 of 5
The opioid acetaminophen/hydrocodone is prescribed for a patient who has had surgery. The nurse informs the patient that which common adverse effects can occur with this medication? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Opioids like hydrocodone commonly cause constipation, lightheadedness, and urinary retention due to their effects on the GI, CNS, and urinary systems.
Question 3 of 5
The drug nalbuphine is an agonist-antagonist (partial agonist). The nurse understands that which is a characteristic of partial agonists?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Partial agonists like nalbuphine have a lower dependency potential than full agonists, reducing the risk of physical dependence or tolerance when used for pain management.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a patient who has schizophrenia strategies to cope with anticholinergic effects of fluphenazine. Which of the following should the nurse suggest to the patient to minimize anticholinergic effects?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chewing sugarless gum stimulates saliva production, alleviating dry mouth, a common anticholinergic effect.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new diagnosis of Parkinson's disease. On which of the following medications should the nurse prepare to instruct the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Levodopa/carbidopa is commonly used to manage Parkinson's disease motor symptoms like tremor and rigidity.