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ATI Pharmacology Quiz 240 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which client statement demonstrates understanding of the link between cardiovascular disease and high cholesterol?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This statement accurately reflects the relationship between high cholesterol levels and cardiovascular disease risk.
Question 2 of 5
What classification of antianginal medications is also used for coronary artery spasms?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Calcium channel blockers are commonly used to treat both stable angina and coronary artery spasms because they relax blood vessels, improving blood flow to the heart.
Question 3 of 5
The client has been taking nicotinic acid. Which adverse effects are common with nicotinic acid? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Fever, flushing, and hot flashes are common adverse effects of nicotinic acid.
Question 4 of 5
What drug classification is considered the drug of choice to decrease triglyceride levels?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fibric acid agents, such as gemfibrozil and fenofibrate, are considered the drug of choice for decreasing triglyceride levels, primarily by increasing the breakdown of triglyceride-rich particles and reducing hepatic triglyceride production.
Question 5 of 5
The client is prescribed phenelzine (Nardil). The client tells the nurse that they consumed two glasses of Chianti (red) wine at lunchtime. What is the nurse's priority action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assessing the client's blood pressure is the priority action because phenelzine is an MAOI, and consuming wine while taking MAOIs can lead to a hypertensive crisis.