ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology 2 Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Mr. Thomas, who is receiving oral penicillin, reports that he has a sore mouth. On inspection, the nurse notes bright red oral mucous membranes with some white patches. The primary care provider is notified immediately because these symptoms may be caused by:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Penicillin can disrupt normal microbial flora, leading to superinfections like oral thrush, indicated by red mucous membranes and white patches.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is discharging a client to home with a prescription for clarithromycin (Biaxin). The nurse knows that teaching has been effective when the client states:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Completing the full course of clarithromycin ensures effective treatment and reduces resistance risk.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has frequent urinary tract infections (UTIs). The nurse should identify that the client can use which of the following herbal supplements to help prevent UTIs?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cranberry juice may prevent bacterial adhesion in the urinary tract, reducing UTI risk.
Question 4 of 5
What advice should the nurse offer a patient who takes ciprofloxacin and has diarrhea?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Increasing fluid intake prevents dehydration from diarrhea, a priority in management.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who reports motion sickness about using an herbal supplement. The nurse should identify that the client can use which of the following herbal supplements to help control nausea?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ginger root is effective in alleviating nausea and motion sickness due to its anti-nausea properties.