ATI LPN
LPN Pharmacology Texas University Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A patient has been brought to the emergency department by ambulance experiencing blood pressure 200/130 mmHg with chest pain. The nurse anticipates which of the following medications for immediate treatment of hypertension
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Nitroprusside, labetalol, and nitroglycerin rapidly lower BP in hypertensive emergencies with chest pain. Heparin and digoxin don't target acute hypertension.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer the client's daily digoxin with furosemide. The nurse should closely monitor laboratory values for which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Furosemide causes potassium loss, increasing digoxin toxicity risk; hypokalemia is a key concern. Other imbalances are less directly related.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is administering the first dose of hydralazine to an older adult. The nurse should place the client on which of the following precautions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hydralazine can cause orthostatic hypotension, increasing fall risk in older adults. Other precautions are unrelated.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer protamine sulfate for which of the following medication overdoses?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Protamine sulfate reverses heparin overdose by neutralizing its anticoagulant effects. It's not used for hydralazine, diphenhydramine, or warfarin.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse understands which of the following clients with depression are appropriate for phenelzine [Nardil]?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Phenelzine, an MAOI, is used for depression resistant to SSRIs/TCAs. It's not for schizophrenia, risky with SSRIs (serotonin syndrome), and avoided in lactation.