ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Quiz 240 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is describing angina to a family member of a client recently diagnosed with the condition. Which characterization of angina is the most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chest pain on physical exertion or emotional stress is the most appropriate characterization of angina.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription of phenelzine (Nardil) for the treatment of depression. Which of the following indicates that the client has developed an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Orthostatic hypotension is a common adverse effect of phenelzine due to its monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) activity, leading to decreased blood pressure upon standing.
Question 3 of 5
The client is going to be started on cholestyramine (Questran), 6 mg three times daily. What instruction should the nurse provide to this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Taking cholestyramine with large amounts of fluid helps prevent gastrointestinal side effects and improves its effectiveness in lowering cholesterol levels.
Question 4 of 5
The patient is complaining of a viselike pain in the chest and has been diagnosed with a myocardial infarction. The nurse anticipates that he may be given which of the following medications? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Thrombolytics are given to dissolve the blood clot causing the blockage. Aspirin prevents further clot formation. Beta blockers reduce the heart's workload and improve survival rates.
Question 5 of 5
The organic nitrates relieve angina pain by veins and coronary arteries.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Organic nitrates, such as nitroglycerin, dilate (widen) veins and coronary arteries, leading to decreased preload and afterload, which helps relieve angina pain.