ATI RN
ATI NUR 112 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Levothyroxine sodium is prescribed for a client with hypothyroidism. The nurse should instruct the client to report which symptom because it indicates that the client is taking too much levothyroxine sodium?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Excess levothyroxine causes hyperthyroidism symptoms like restlessness. Constipation, cold intolerance, and decreased appetite suggest hypothyroidism.
Question 2 of 5
Ferrous sulfate elixir is prescribed for a client with iron deficiency anemia. Which instruction should the nurse provide this client about taking the liquid medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Using a straw minimizes tooth staining from ferrous sulfate. Diluting reduces GI irritation, antacids impair absorption, and milk’s calcium inhibits iron uptake.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is planning discharge teaching for a client with type 2 diabetes mellitus who has a new prescription for insulin glargine. Which action should the nurse plan to include in the discharge teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Insulin glargine requires daily subcutaneous injection, so teaching self-injection is key. It’s not for hypoglycemia, dose isn’t meal-based, and DKA needs emergency care.
Question 4 of 5
Which laboratory value should the nurse review prior to administering the initial dose of a statin medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Statins risk hepatotoxicity, so baseline liver enzymes are critical. CBC, electrolytes, and glucose are less relevant.
Question 5 of 5
A client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is receiving calcium acetate 667 mg PO. A decrease in which blood value indicates to the nurse that the medication is having the desired effect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Calcium acetate binds dietary phosphate, reducing serum phosphate in CKD. It doesn’t lower potassium, pH, or calcium (may increase).