ATI Pharmacology Exam Bundle Questions With 100% Scored A+ Solutions

Anaphylactic reaction - CORRECT ANSWER-Severe allergic reaction to a medication or substance 0.9% sodium chloride - CORRECT ANSWER-Isotonic solution used to replace fluids and maintain hydration Diphenhydramine - CORRECT ANSWER-Antihistamine used to treat allergic reactions Elevate legs and...

A nurse on a medical unit is preparing to administer alendronate 40 mg PO for an older adult client who has Paget's disease of the bone. Which of the following actions should be the nurse's priority? - CORRECT ANSWER-Ambulate the client to a chair prior to administering the medication The nurse...

phases of pharmacokinetics - CORRECT ANSWER-Absorption Distribution Metabolism Excretion ​ Absorption - CORRECT ANSWER-transmission of medications from the location of administration to the bloodstream Absorption routes - CORRECT ANSWER-Oral. Sublingual, Buccal. Inhalation via mouth ...

A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving intravenous therapy. The nurse should identify which of the following findings as a manifestation of fluid volume excess? a. Decreased bowel sounds b. Distended neck veins c. Bilateral muscle weakness d. Thread pulse - CORRECT ANSWER-b. Distended n...

A nurse is instructing a client on the application of nitroglycerin transdermal patches. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? A. "I should apply a patch every 5 minutes if I develop chest pain." B. "I will take the patch off right after m...

A nurse is completing an incident report for a med error, which of the following information should the nurse include in the report - CORRECT ANSWER--the incident report should clearly and thoroughly report the facts of the error A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is to begin taking Ox...

NGN: A nurse at a clinic is evaluating a client. Drag 1 condition and 1 client finding to fill in each blank in the following sentence. Relevant info: Heart rate 110/min Nurses' Notes​: Today: Adult female client is here for 3 month follow up visit after receiving a new prescription 3 months...

Chlorpromazine - CORRECT ANSWER-- Antipsychotic - Treats schizophrenia Amantadine - CORRECT ANSWER-- Antiparkinson, antiviral - Treats extrapyramidal manifestations (caused by antipsychotic drugs) Bupropion - CORRECT ANSWER-- Antidepressant for MDD and seasonal affective disorder (SAD) OR ai...

Digoxin (lanoxin) SE - CORRECT ANSWER-blurred/double vision Guaifenesin SE - CORRECT ANSWER-can cause drowsiness Estrogen (premarin) SE - CORRECT ANSWER-↑ risk of Thromboembolism with s/s: SOB, severe headache, vomiting, sudden acute pain in the calves, legs, chest, abdomen. Doxepin (Sine...

a nurse is instructing a client on the application of nitroglycerin transdermal patches. which of the following statements by the client indiciates an understanding of the teaching - CORRECT ANSWER-I will take the patch off right after my evening meal a nurse receives a verbal order from the prov...

what medication is a leukotriene receptor antagonist? - CORRECT ANSWER-Montelukast Which statement made by a person regarding hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) is correct? - CORRECT ANSWER-I should take extra care when standing up or changing positions. A 250mg dose of an oral medication has been ord...

A nurse on a medical unit is preparing to administer alendronate 40 mg PO for an older adult client who has Paget's disease of the bone. Which of the following actions should be the nurse's priority? - CORRECT ANSWER-Ambulate the client to a chair prior to administering the medication A nurse i...

A nurse is teaching the adult child of a client about instilling eye drops in the clients right eye. Which of the following statements by the clients adult child indicates an understanding of the teaching? - CORRECT ANSWER-I will pull down her lower eyelid and drop the medication inside A nurse i...

Patient identifiers - CORRECT ANSWER--Medical record number -home telephone number What lab values should a nurse monitor for a patient with chronic renal failure? - CORRECT ANSWER-■ Urinalysis Hematuria, proteinuria, and alterations in specific gravity Serum creatinine - Gradual increase...

A provider prescribes phenobarbital for pt. who has seizure disorder. The med. has a long half-life of 4 days. How many times per day should nurse expect to give this med? A) 1 B) 2 C) 3 D) 4 - CORRECT ANSWER-*Answer: A* Rationale: A) Meds with long half-lives remain at their therapeutic ...

Knowledge required prior to med administration - CORRECT ANSWER-med class/category mechanism of action therapeutic effect side effects adverse effects toxic effects med interactions precautions/contraindications prep, dosage, admin nursing implications Drug Nomenclature - CORRECT ANSWER...

What should the nurse monitor while a pt is on digoxin? - CORRECT ANSWER-potassium What should the nurse monitor while a pt is on acetaminophen? - CORRECT ANSWER-temperature What should the nurse monitor while a pt is on glipizide? - CORRECT ANSWER-blood glucose What should the nurse monito...

Standard Conversion Factors - CORRECT ANSWER-1 mg = 1,000 mcg 1 g = 1,000 mg 1 kg = 1,000 g 1 kg = 2.2 lb 60 mg = 1 gr 30 mL = 1 oz 5 mL = 1 tsp 15 mL = 1 tbsp 1 tbsp = 3 tsp Six rights of medication administration - CORRECT ANSWER-Right patient, right drug, right dose, right route, ...

A provider prescribes phenobarbital for a patient who has a seizure disorder. The medication has a long half-life of 4 days. How many times per day should the nurse expect to administer this medication? - CORRECT ANSWER-One A staff educator is reviewing medication dosages and factors that influen...

The nurse recognizes that the administration of a drug influences cell physiology. What is the term for this concept? - CORRECT ANSWER-Pharmacodynamics (drug impacts body) Which incorrect statement by a new nurse indicates that further study is needed? - CORRECT ANSWER-Drugs are defined as substa...

Telephone prescription from provider. The Nurse: - CORRECT ANSWER-Reads the prescription back to the provider. Seizure disorder. Patient should: - CORRECT ANSWER-Keep a seizure chart. Potassium level: - CORRECT ANSWER-3.5-5 mEq/L Potassium level less then 3.5 mEq/L: - CORRECT ANSWER-Cardiac...

Digoxin (lanoxin) SE - CORRECT ANSWER-blurred/double vision Dry Cough Facial Edema Guaifenesin SE - CORRECT ANSWER-A/E: Diarrhea, can cause drowsiness TELL: Increase fluids by at least 2L/day store at room temp not fridge Doxepin (Sinequan) [anticholinergic] SE - CORRECT ANSWER-urinary ret...

A nurse is monitoring a client who has just returned to the unit following surgery. The client received an initial dose of morphine 5 mg IV bolus for pain relief. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse report immediately to the provider? - CORRECT ANSWER-Respiratory rate 11/min ​...

The movement of a drug from the site of administration to various tissues of the body is what kind of pharmacokinetic action? - CORRECT ANSWER-Absorption. The movement of a drug by the circulatory system to the intended site of action is what kind of pharmacokinetic action? - CORRECT ANSWER-Distr...

A nurses is reviewing the medical record of a client who has hypertension. The nurse should identify which of the following findings as a contraindication for receiving propranolol? Cholelithiasis Asthma Angina pectoris Tachycardia - CORRECT ANSWER-Correct: Asthma Rationale: Asthma is a con...

Sodium (Na) - CORRECT ANSWER-136-145 mEq/L Calcium - CORRECT ANSWER-9.0-10 mg/dL Chloride - CORRECT ANSWER-98-106 mEq/L Bicarb HCO - CORRECT ANSWER-21-28 mEq/L Potassium - CORRECT ANSWER-3.5-5.0 mg/L Phosphorus PO4 - CORRECT ANSWER-3.0-4.5 mg/dL Magnesium - CORRECT ANSWER-1.3- 2.1 ...

A nurse is reviewing a client's new prescription for piperacillin/tazobactam. The client has an allergy to penicillin documented in their medical record. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? - CORRECT ANSWER-Hold the medication and clarify the prescription A nurse is caring for ...

A nurse is preparing to administer ciprofloxacin 15 mg/kg PO every 12 hr to a child who weighs 44 Ib. How many mg should the nurse administer per dose? - CORRECT ANSWER-300 mg A nurse is developing a teaching plan for a client who has a new prescription for simvastatin. Which of the following ins...

A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for warfarin. Which of the following statements should the nurse identify as an indication that the client understands the instructions? - CORRECT ANSWER-I'll avoid contact sports like football. The most common adverse effect of taking anti...

a nurse is caring for a client who is receiving morphine, what assessment is priority - CORRECT ANSWER-RR a nurse is assessing a client who has been using beclomethasone for 2 weeks to manage her asthma, what is the priority to report to the provider - CORRECT ANSWER-bronchospasms a nurse is p...