ATI PHARMACOLOGY PROCTORED EXAM 2023 -Correct & Verified
Questions with Answers
1. Which inhaler med is fast acting for rescue dose and should always be used
before steroid inhalers?: Albuterol (SABA)
2. Effects associated with the use of protein pump inhibitors in older client
that would most concern the nurse: -Headaches
-Medication interaction
-Osteoporosis (increased risk of osteoporosis related fractures with use
of PPI).
-mineral deficiencies
3. Which condition would cause the nurse to withhold a dose of magnesium
hydroxide: chronic renal failure
4. A client who takes nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for arthritis asks a
nurse what other medications can be taken to prevent ulcers. The nurse should
ask the provider about which medication is best for this client?: PPI's
5. Proton Pump Inhibitors: prozoles
6. A client will begin taking dabigatran etexilate to prevent stroke. The nurse
include what information when teaching the client about taking dabigatran
(SATA)?: -Dabigatran should be taken on an empty stomach to not delay
absorption
-It is important not to crush, chew, or open capsules of dabigatran
-Take dabigatran twice daily, and a pill organizer can be useful (not
correct, must remain in its original tight container to protect from
moisture)
7. A pregnant client who is taking ondansetron for morning sickness tells the
nurse she is experiencing headaches and dizziness. What is the nurse's best
response?: These are common side effects of ondansetron
8. An older adult client with server gastroesophageal reflux disease experi-
enced only minimal relief using a histamine2-receptors antagonist and the
doctor ordered the addition of omeprazole. What should the nurse teach this
client about the new treatment plan?: Long-term treatment may be needed
9. What information should the nurse include in discharge teaching for a
client prescribed antacid and cimetidine?: Take the antacid one hour after
the cimetidine
10. The provider orders dabigatran etexilate to replace warfarin in a client's
medication protocol. Which statement by the client indicates an understand-
ing of the teaching regarding this?: I will stop taking the warfarin and
start taking the dabigatran when my INR is less than 2
11. What statement by the client indicates the need for further teaching regard-
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, ATI PHARMACOLOGY PROCTORED EXAM 2023 -Correct & Verified
Questions with Answers
ing amiodarone?: I may have itching, malaise, and jaundice, but these
symptoms will subside
12. With , a patient needs to use Sunblock to keep skin from
turning bluish grey, not drink grapefruit juice, and should report shortness of
breath and stop taking the drug immediately: amiodarone
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Questions with Answers
1. Which inhaler med is fast acting for rescue dose and should always be used
before steroid inhalers?: Albuterol (SABA)
2. Effects associated with the use of protein pump inhibitors in older client
that would most concern the nurse: -Headaches
-Medication interaction
-Osteoporosis (increased risk of osteoporosis related fractures with use
of PPI).
-mineral deficiencies
3. Which condition would cause the nurse to withhold a dose of magnesium
hydroxide: chronic renal failure
4. A client who takes nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for arthritis asks a
nurse what other medications can be taken to prevent ulcers. The nurse should
ask the provider about which medication is best for this client?: PPI's
5. Proton Pump Inhibitors: prozoles
6. A client will begin taking dabigatran etexilate to prevent stroke. The nurse
include what information when teaching the client about taking dabigatran
(SATA)?: -Dabigatran should be taken on an empty stomach to not delay
absorption
-It is important not to crush, chew, or open capsules of dabigatran
-Take dabigatran twice daily, and a pill organizer can be useful (not
correct, must remain in its original tight container to protect from
moisture)
7. A pregnant client who is taking ondansetron for morning sickness tells the
nurse she is experiencing headaches and dizziness. What is the nurse's best
response?: These are common side effects of ondansetron
8. An older adult client with server gastroesophageal reflux disease experi-
enced only minimal relief using a histamine2-receptors antagonist and the
doctor ordered the addition of omeprazole. What should the nurse teach this
client about the new treatment plan?: Long-term treatment may be needed
9. What information should the nurse include in discharge teaching for a
client prescribed antacid and cimetidine?: Take the antacid one hour after
the cimetidine
10. The provider orders dabigatran etexilate to replace warfarin in a client's
medication protocol. Which statement by the client indicates an understand-
ing of the teaching regarding this?: I will stop taking the warfarin and
start taking the dabigatran when my INR is less than 2
11. What statement by the client indicates the need for further teaching regard-
1 /
6
, ATI PHARMACOLOGY PROCTORED EXAM 2023 -Correct & Verified
Questions with Answers
ing amiodarone?: I may have itching, malaise, and jaundice, but these
symptoms will subside
12. With , a patient needs to use Sunblock to keep skin from
turning bluish grey, not drink grapefruit juice, and should report shortness of
breath and stop taking the drug immediately: amiodarone
2 /
6
