ATI RN
ATI Nurs 180 Pharmacology Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who suffers from frequent blood clots and currently taking argatroban (Hospira). Which of the following conditions in the client's medical history would require them to take argatroban (Hospira)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Argatroban is indicated for heparin-induced thrombocytopenia as a direct thrombin inhibitor, avoiding further platelet depletion.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who experienced a dry-non productive cough associated with an ACE inhibitor. Which of the following drugs is an alternative to ACE inhibitors?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Losartan, an ARB, is an effective alternative to ACE inhibitors, managing hypertension without causing a dry cough, unlike beta-blockers, diuretics, or vasodilators.
Question 3 of 5
A charge nurse is teaching a group of nurses about the antagonist action of reversal medications. For each medication listed below, click to specify the expected reversal agent.
| Options | Glucagon | Protamine sulfate | Vitamin K | Andexanet alfa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warfarin: Vitamin K | ||||
| Heparin: Protamine sulfate | ||||
| Rivaroxaban: Andexanet alfa | ||||
| Beta Blockers: Glucagon |
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Vitamin K reverses warfarin, protamine sulfate neutralizes heparin, andexanet alfa counters rivaroxaban, and glucagon mitigates beta-blocker overdose effects.
Question 4 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 5 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.