ATI pharm proctored exam, ATI Pharmacology Proctored Question and Answers 2022
Grade A+
Question:-An immunizing agent that confers active immunity
... [Show More] protects by:
{{{Answer}}} (providing antibodies obtained from immune humans or animals.)
Question:-Antacids should be given one hour apart from most other drugs. Which is the rationale?
{{{Answer}}} (Antacids may interfere with absorption of drugs taken at the same time.)
Question:-Vancomycin should not be used to treat minor infections because it:
{{{Answer}}} (can cause "red man syndrome", a hypertensive crisis that is almost always fatal.)
Question:-The antagonist for a client who has overdosed on morphine is:
{{{Answer}}} (narcan.)
Question:-The most serious adverse reaction to oral contraceptives is:
{{{Answer}}} (thromboembolism.)
Question:-When a client develops tolerance to a drug, the nurse would expect:
{{{Answer}}} (higher dose needed to achieve same effect.)
Question:-Antihyperglycemic agents are prescribed for clients with:
{{{Answer}}} (Type 2 diabetes mellitus.)
Question:-The nurse assesses a client shortly after an intravenous infusion of the osmotic diuretic mannitol is started. Which finding represents an early adverse effect of mannitol?
{{{Answer}}} (Bounding pulse)
Question:-Compared to other beta adrenergic blockers, cardioselective beta adrenergic blockers:
{{{Answer}}} (are less likely to cause bronchoconstriction.)
Question:-A client who experiences motion sickness during airplane flights obtains a prescription for meclizine (Antivert). When is the best time to take the drug?
{{{Answer}}} (One hour before the flight)
Question:-Before prescribing a cephalosporin, the nurse practitioner asks if the client is allergic to penicillin. Why is this important to assess?
{{{Answer}}} (A client who is allergic to penicillin can have a cross sensitivity to cephalosporins.)
Question:-The use of which class of antibiotics should be avoided in children?
{{{Answer}}} (Tetracyclines)
Question:-In a walk-in clinic, clients are often given intramuscular injections. Which drug should be readily available in case a client has an anaphylactic reaction?
{{{Answer}}} (Epinephrine)
Question:-Thiazide and loop (high ceiling) diuretics are similar in that both:
{{{Answer}}} (decrease tubular reabsorption of sodium and water.)
Question:-Which of the statements by the nurse most accurately describes the effects of declined plasma albumin levels in older adults?
{{{Answer}}} ("There is an increased risk for adverse effects.")
Question:-To prevent oral fungal infections, the nurse should instruct the client who uses a beclomethasone inhaler to take which action?
{{{Answer}}} (Rinse the mouth after each use.)
Question:-A client takes ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate (Ortho Tri-Cyclen) birth control pills. She calls the clinic and relates that she missed her medication yesterday. Which instructions will the nurse give?
{{{Answer}}} ("Take two pills today then continue on a daily basis.")
Question:-The nurse may administer acetylcysteine (Mucomyst) inhalation to:
{{{Answer}}} (facilitate mucus expectoration.)
Question:-Development of a chronic cough is an adverse effect associated with which class of anti-hypertensive drugs?
{{{Answer}}} (Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors)
Question:-The nurse may administer baclofen (Lioresal) for the treatment of which condition?
{{{Answer}}} (Protracted muscle spasticity)
Question:-Oral diazepam (Valium), a benzodiazepine, has been prescribed for a client who has anxiety and muscle spasms. Which nursing intervention is appropriate for the care of this client?
{{{Answer}}} (Assess for incoordination and daytime drowsiness.)
Question:-The nurse practitioner prescribed anhydrous theophylline (Theo-Dur) for the client with chronic bronchitis. With which disorder would the nurse practitioner reconsider the use of this medication?
{{{Answer}}} (Hypertension) [Show Less]