ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Quiz 240 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
You are instructed to give morphine sulfate 6 mg to a client experiencing an MI. The drug label reads: 15 mg/mL How many mL would you give?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
To calculate the volume needed; dose/concentration = 6/15 = 0.4 mL.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
The mother of an 8-year-old client who is receiving methylphenidate (Ritalin) tells the nurse the child has not slept well since being started on this drug. Which assessment question is a priority for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The timing of medication administration, particularly if methylphenidate is being given too late in the day, can contribute to sleep disturbances.
Question 4 of 5
The patient is taking phenelzine (Nardil). The nurse teaches her to avoid eating:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Aged cheeses contain tyramine, which can interact with monoamine oxidase inhibitors like phenelzine (Nardil) and potentially lead to hypertensive crisis.
Question 5 of 5
A client has been prescribed several medications. Which medication is a beta blocker?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Atenolol is a beta blocker commonly used to treat hypertension, angina, and other cardiovascular conditions.