ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Quiz 240 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following drug classes does isosorbide (Isordil) belong to?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Isosorbide is a nitrate, which is used primarily to treat and prevent episodes of angina by relaxing and widening blood vessels.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who takes several daily medications and states that he wants to ask the provider for a prescription for sildenafil (Viagra). The nurse knows that sildenafil is contraindicated due to an interaction with which of the following client's medications?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sildenafil interacts with nitrates such as isosorbide, leading to severe hypotension, making it contraindicated in patients taking nitrates.
Question 3 of 5
According to the nurse instructing the client, which foods contain high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Flax seeds are a rich source of alpha-linolenic acid (AL
A), a type of omega-3 fatty acid. Salmon is a fatty fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids, particularly eicosapentaenoic acid (EP
A) and docosahexaenoic acid (DH
A).
Question 4 of 5
The client asks the nurse why the Transdermal Nitroglycerin patch needs to be off for 12 hours per day. What is the best response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Leaving the patch off for a certain period each day helps prevent tolerance, ensuring that the medication remains effective over time.
Question 5 of 5
The client asks which components of the lipid profile should be low. What is the most appropriate response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol is often referred to as 'bad' cholesterol, and lower levels are associated with reduced risk of cardiovascular disease.