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ATI Nurs 180 Pharmacology Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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: A
Rationale: Hypokalemia increases the risk of digoxin toxicity by enhancing its cardiac effects. The other imbalances are less directly related.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is educating a client on the possible side effects associated with quinapril. Which of the following side effects are associated with this medication classification? (Select All that Apply)
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: Angioedema, dry cough, hyperkalemia, first-dose phenomenon, and hypotension are side effects of ACE inhibitors like quinapril. Hypertension is not a side effect, as quinapril treats it.
Question 3 of 5
A client newly prescribed niacin reports flushing after their first dose. Which medication would the nurse anticipate administering to manage this side effect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen, reduce niacin-induced flushing by inhibiting prostaglandins. The other medications do not address this side effect.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has angina about nitroglycerin sublingual tablets. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nitroglycerin dilates blood vessels to improve oxygen delivery to the heart, relieving angina. It does not dissolve clots, is not for hypertension, and the dosing is up to 3 doses every 5 minutes.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who suffers from frequent blood clots and is currently taking argatroban. Which of the following conditions in the client's medical history would require them to take argatroban?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Argatroban is indicated for heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) as a direct thrombin inhibitor, avoiding further platelet depletion. It is not specifically indicated for ventricular dysfunction, myocardial infarction, or hepatotoxicity.