ATI RN
ATI n200 Pharmacology Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse evaluates a client's response to the prescribed atorvastatin. Which finding indicates an expected outcome?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Atorvastatin primarily reduces LDL cholesterol. An LDL of 90 mg/dL is within the optimal range, indicating effective therapy. Other options do not directly reflect atorvastatin's primary goal.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse auscultates a heart murmur on a client with cardiovascular disease. At which anatomic landmark will an aortic murmur be heard the loudest?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The aortic area is best auscultated at the second intercostal space right of the sternum, where aortic murmurs are loudest due to proximity to the aortic valve.
Question 3 of 5
A female client with iron-deficiency anemia is experiencing increased fatigue and a shiny red tongue. The nurse would anticipate seeing which additional assessment finding(s) (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Koilonychia (
A), low hemoglobin (
D), and tachypnea (E) are associated with iron deficiency anemia due to impaired oxygen transport and tissue hypoxia.
Question 4 of 5
Which statement, made by the client with coronary artery disease, alerts the nurse that the client may be experiencing difficulty adapting to the illness?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Delaying medical attention for chest discomfort suggests a lack of understanding of the severity of coronary artery disease, indicating poor adaptation and potential risk.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse understands that a client who has had a bone marrow aspiration to assist in the diagnosis of anaemia requires additional teaching when they state:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Aspirin increases bleeding risk and is not recommended post-procedure; acetaminophen is preferred for pain relief.