ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology 2 Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The term 'mutations' refers to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Mutations are permanent, heritable DNA changes that can affect organism traits.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is discharging a client to home with a prescription for clarithromycin (Biaxin). The nurse knows that teaching has been effective when the client states:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Completing the full course of clarithromycin ensures effective treatment and reduces resistance risk.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has frequent urinary tract infections (UTIs). The nurse should identify that the client can use which of the following herbal supplements to help prevent UTIs?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cranberry juice may prevent bacterial adhesion in the urinary tract, reducing UTI risk.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following complaints by a man taking gentamycin would be most indicative that he is experiencing ototoxicity?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Difficulty hearing, such as not hearing the television, is a direct symptom of ototoxicity.
Question 5 of 5
A client has been prescribed an antibiotic and overhears the prescriber talking about acquired resistance. The client asks the nurse what this means. What is the nurse's best statement regarding acquired resistance?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Acquired resistance refers to bacteria developing resistance to antibiotics, complicating treatment.