ATI Pharmacology Assessment Test Questions with Updated Answers 2023

ATI Pharmacology Assessment Test Questions with Updated Answers 2023 What is the preferred site for heparin injection? Subcutaneous tissue of the abdomen digoxin (Lanoxin)...monitor for what? Muscle weakness; The client is at risk for hypokalemia due to fluid loss from chlorothiazide, which places him at greater risk for digoxin toxicity. Muscle weakness is a sign of hypokalemia. atropine (Lomotil) monitor what what? Toxic megacolon; a condition characterized by paralysis of colonic peristalsis resulting in rapid dilation of the bowel. Aspirin therapy is CI in children with viral illnesses due to increased risk of...? Reyes syndrome ACE inhibitor...monitor for what? Monitor serum potassium levels ACE inhibitor drug-drug interactions Lithium-can cause toxicity NSAIDs-may reduce effectiveness ACE inhibitor generic name ending -pril What should the nurse assess for before administering the first dose of enalapril maleate (Vasotec)? Blood pressure; greatest risk for orthostatic hypotension Nifedipine (Procardia) Tocolytic that is given to stop preterm labor ARB generic name ending -sartan