ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Quiz 240 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The patient on methylphenidate (Ritalin) should be assessed for:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Weight loss is a common side effect of methylphenidate (Ritalin) and should be monitored during treatment.
Question 2 of 5
A client has been prescribed several medications. Which medication is a beta blocker?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Atenolol is a beta blocker commonly used to treat hypertension, angina, and other cardiovascular conditions.
Question 3 of 5
The client is in a manic phase of bipolar disorder, and is receiving lithium. What will the nurse expect to assess when the client's lithium level is 0.3 mEq/L?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A lithium level of 0.3 mEq/L is below the therapeutic range, so the nurse would expect to assess symptoms of under-medication, such as hyperactivity.
Question 4 of 5
A client asks the nurse to explain the difference between stable and unstable angina. What is the best response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stable angina is predictable and typically occurs with exertion or emotional stress and is relieved with rest or nitroglycerin. Unstable angina is less predictable and more serious, occurring at rest, with minimal exertion, or worsening pattern from stable angina.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with depression. The nurse recognizes which assessment findings to be symptoms of depression? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: Feelings of despair or hopelessness and sleep disturbances, such as insomnia or hypersomnia, are common symptoms of depression.