ATI RN
ATI Nurs 180 Pharmacology Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client following a myocardial infarction (MI) and prescribed aspirin 325mg PO daily. Which of following effects of this medication would this client benefit from following a MI?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Aspirin's platelet aggregation inhibition prevents further clot formation, reducing cardiovascular event risk post-MI.
Question 2 of 5
A client presents to the healthcare setting after beginning treatment with an Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. Which of the following side-effects will the nurse be sure to assess for?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A dry, non-productive cough is a well-documented side effect of ACE inhibitors due to bradykinin accumulation, requiring specific monitoring.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is educating a client on the possible side effects associated with quinapril (Accupril). Which of the following side effects are associated with this medication classification? (Select All that Apply)
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Quinapril, an ACE inhibitor, can cause first-dose hypotension, dry cough, and orthostatic hypotension, but not hypokalemia or hepatotoxicity.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer digoxin (Lanoxin) to a client experiencing atrial fibrillation. Which of the following electrolyte imbalances would the nurse assess to reduce the incidence of toxicity with digoxin (Lanoxin)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypokalemia enhances digoxin's cardiac effects, increasing toxicity risk, so potassium levels must be monitored closely.
Question 5 of 5
A client arrives to the healthcare setting currently taking atorvastatin (Lipitor) daily. Which assessment finding associated with atorvastatin (Lipitor) would need immediate reporting to the healthcare provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dark-red urine may indicate rhabdomyolysis, a serious atorvastatin side effect, requiring immediate reporting to prevent kidney damage.