ATI PHARM PRACTICE B LEARNING
WORKBOOK 2026 PHARMACOKINETICS
PHARMACODYNAMICS AND DRUG
CLASSIFICATIONS
◉ A nurse is caring for a client in a clinic and is reviewing their
electronic medical record (EMR).
3 months ago:Client was prescribed atorvastatin by provider. Client
was educated to continue eating a diet low in saturated fats and to
participate in regular exercise. Client is to return to the office in 3
months for a follow-up visit.Today:Client here for a follow-up visit.
Client reports last bowel movement was 1 day ago, increased
appetite, and dark urine upon urination. Client reports having some
muscle weakness when working outside. Skin is warm, dry, and
intact. Color consistent with genetic background. Client states, "I am
sleeping so much better and seem to have increased energy, but I
sometimes get lightheaded." Client denies headache. Will report
assessment findings to the provider.
3 months ago:Atorvastatin 40 mg once daily by mouth
For each body system below, click to specify the client's assessment
find
Answer: the nurse should identify that the findings of the client's
urine characteristics, muscle weakness, and dizziness
, ◉ The nurse is caring for a client in a mental health clinic.
1230:
Bupropion XR 150 mg daily once daily in AM for three days then
increase to 150 mg twice daily.
1200:
Client here for scheduled visit to discuss mood. Client reports they
were previously prescribed sertraline for depression, however
tapered off that medication 6 months ago. Client states "It made me
gain weight and it completely took away my sex drive, so I stopped
taking it." The client reports "My depression has just gotten so bad. I
have been seeing a counselor and they encouraged me to see a
provider about trying a different medication."1230:
Provider Prescriptions received. Visit summary reviewed with client
to discuss the newly prescribed medication. Client has a follow-up
visit with provider in 3 weeks and continues with weekly
counseling.
For each body system below, click to specify the adverse effect that
the nurse should include when p
Answer: Common adverse effects of this medication include changes
in libido, constipation, and weight loss
◉ A nurse is caring for a client in an outpatient clinic.
11 months ago:
Client reports bilateral knee pain for many years for which they have
taken ibuprofen 800 mg up to four times per day as needed for the
WORKBOOK 2026 PHARMACOKINETICS
PHARMACODYNAMICS AND DRUG
CLASSIFICATIONS
◉ A nurse is caring for a client in a clinic and is reviewing their
electronic medical record (EMR).
3 months ago:Client was prescribed atorvastatin by provider. Client
was educated to continue eating a diet low in saturated fats and to
participate in regular exercise. Client is to return to the office in 3
months for a follow-up visit.Today:Client here for a follow-up visit.
Client reports last bowel movement was 1 day ago, increased
appetite, and dark urine upon urination. Client reports having some
muscle weakness when working outside. Skin is warm, dry, and
intact. Color consistent with genetic background. Client states, "I am
sleeping so much better and seem to have increased energy, but I
sometimes get lightheaded." Client denies headache. Will report
assessment findings to the provider.
3 months ago:Atorvastatin 40 mg once daily by mouth
For each body system below, click to specify the client's assessment
find
Answer: the nurse should identify that the findings of the client's
urine characteristics, muscle weakness, and dizziness
, ◉ The nurse is caring for a client in a mental health clinic.
1230:
Bupropion XR 150 mg daily once daily in AM for three days then
increase to 150 mg twice daily.
1200:
Client here for scheduled visit to discuss mood. Client reports they
were previously prescribed sertraline for depression, however
tapered off that medication 6 months ago. Client states "It made me
gain weight and it completely took away my sex drive, so I stopped
taking it." The client reports "My depression has just gotten so bad. I
have been seeing a counselor and they encouraged me to see a
provider about trying a different medication."1230:
Provider Prescriptions received. Visit summary reviewed with client
to discuss the newly prescribed medication. Client has a follow-up
visit with provider in 3 weeks and continues with weekly
counseling.
For each body system below, click to specify the adverse effect that
the nurse should include when p
Answer: Common adverse effects of this medication include changes
in libido, constipation, and weight loss
◉ A nurse is caring for a client in an outpatient clinic.
11 months ago:
Client reports bilateral knee pain for many years for which they have
taken ibuprofen 800 mg up to four times per day as needed for the
