ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Final Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When monitoring a client who is taking a cholinergic drug, the nurse will watch for which cardiovascular effect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cholinergic agents produce parasympathetic effects, such as bradycardia.
Question 2 of 5
A client wants to take the herb gingko to help his memory. The nurse reviews his current medication list and would be concerned about potential interactions if he is taking a medication from which class of drugs?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gingko has antiplatelet effects, increasing bleeding risk when combined with anticoagulants.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the medication orders for a client who will be receiving aminoglycoside therapy. Which other medication or medication class, if ordered, would be a potential interaction concern?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Aminoglycosides and loop diuretics are both ototoxic, increasing risk when used together.
Question 4 of 5
A client is receiving heparin therapy as part of the treatment for a pulmonary embolism. The nurse monitors the results of which laboratory test to check the drug's effectiveness?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: aPTT is sensitive to heparin and used to monitor its therapeutic effects.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has asthma and a new prescription for inhaled beclomethasone. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rinsing the mouth after inhaled corticosteroids prevents oral thrush.