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ATI Pharmocology Exam Fletcher NRSG 106 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
While being intubated, a client with a head injury experienced bradycardia. Atropine was consequently administered. What assessment should be postponed until all atropine is excreted and no longer exerting an effect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Atropine can alter brain stem reflexes (e.g., pupillary response, gag reflex), so assessment should be delayed until its effects subside.
Question 2 of 5
For dinner the client drank two 8 oz cups of coffee and had a 12 ounce soft drink at 2100. The client voided 4 times on your shift (100ml, 250mL 300ml, and 550mL). At 1700 the client had 100mL emesis. Calculate the intake from 1500 to 2300 when your shift ends. Round your answer to the nearest whole number.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Total intake is calculated as: 2 cups coffee (2 × 8 oz = 16 oz) + 12 oz soft drink = 28 oz. No additional intake is mentioned from 2100 to 2300.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the food choices of a patient who is taking a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI). Which food choice would indicate the need for additional teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pepperoni contains tyramine, which can cause a hypertensive crisis with MAOIs, indicating a need for further teaching.
Question 4 of 5
A patient has been given a prescription for levodopa-carbidopa for a new diagnosis of Parkinson's disease. The patient asks the nurse, 'Why are there two drugs in this pill?' The nurse's best response reflects which fact?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Carbidopa inhibits peripheral breakdown of levodopa, allowing more to reach the brain for conversion to dopamine, enhancing efficacy.
Question 5 of 5
A patient had abdominal surgery this morning. The patient is groggy but complaining of severe pain around the incision. What is the most important assessment data to consider before the nurse administers a dose of morphine sulfate to the patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Morphine can cause respiratory depression, so assessing respiratory rate is critical before administration.