ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Quiz 240 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
According to the nurse instructing the client, which foods contain high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Flax seeds are a rich source of alpha-linolenic acid (AL
A), a type of omega-3 fatty acid. Salmon is a fatty fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids, particularly eicosapentaenoic acid (EP
A) and docosahexaenoic acid (DH
A).
Question 2 of 5
The nurse informs the patient to remain well hydrated while taking lithium because dehydration can lead to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lithium toxicity can occur if the patient becomes dehydrated while taking lithium, as dehydration can lead to higher concentrations of lithium in the blood.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer atenolol (Tenormin) to a client with angina. Which vital sign would cause the nurse to question administering this drug?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Atenolol is a beta blocker, which can lower heart rate. A pulse of 52 beats per minute may be too low, especially if the client is experiencing angina, and the nurse should assess further before administering the medication.
Question 4 of 5
Marie Garcia, age 67, reports that her chronic angina has been recurring even though she has been taking nitroglycerin sublingual tablets as prescribed. She tells the nurse that she used to store the tablets on a table by the window, and when she started to use a new batch of tablets, the problem subsided. What I would explain the ineffectiveness of the tablets?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Exposure to light, particularly sunlight, can degrade nitroglycerin, reducing its effectiveness over time.
Question 5 of 5
Patient education for the patient started on a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor would include:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sexual dysfunction, including decreased libido and difficulty achieving orgasm, is one of the most common adverse effects of SSRIs and should be discussed during patient education.