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This comprehensive study guide is designed for nursing students preparing for the ATI Pharmacology Proctored Exam for the academic year. It contains a collection of practice questions with correct answers and detailed rationales, covering a wide range of pharmacological topics. Key drug classes, their mechanisms of action, side effects, nursing interventions, and patient teaching points are reviewed. The content addresses high-yield subjects such as cardiovascular medications (digoxin, diuretics, antihypertensives), antibiotics (penicillins, cephalosporins, aminoglycosides), central nervous system drugs (opioids, benzodiazepines, antidepressants), and endocrine agents (insulin, thyroid hormones). This resource is ideal for self-assessment and content mastery to ensure success on the proctored examination.

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ati pharm proctored exam Questions
with A+ Guide Answers 2025-2026
An immunizing agent that confers active immunity protects by: - Correct
Answer providing antibodies obtained from immune humans or animals.



Antacids should be given one hour apart from most other drugs. Which is the
rationale? - Correct Answer Antacids may interfere with absorption of
drugs taken at the same time.



Vancomycin should not be used to treat minor infections because it: -
Correct Answer can cause "red man syndrome", a hypertensive crisis that
is almost always fatal.



The antagonist for a client who has overdosed on morphine is: - Correct
Answer narcan.



The most serious adverse reaction to oral contraceptives is: - Correct
Answer thromboembolism.



When a client develops tolerance to a drug, the nurse would expect: -
Correct Answer higher dose needed to achieve same effect.



Antihyperglycemic agents are prescribed for clients with: - Correct Answer
Type 2 diabetes mellitus.



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? - Correct Answer Bounding pulse



Compared to other beta adrenergic blockers, cardioselective beta adrenergic
blockers: - Correct Answer are less likely to cause bronchoconstriction.

,ati pharm proctored exam Questions
with A+ Guide Answers 2025-2026

A client who experiences motion sickness during airplane flights obtains a
prescription for meclizine (Antivert). When is the best time to take the drug?
- Correct Answer One hour before the flight



Before prescribing a cephalosporin, the nurse practitioner asks if the client is
allergic to penicillin. Why is this important to assess? - Correct Answer A
client who is allergic to penicillin can have a cross sensitivity to
cephalosporins.



The use of which class of antibiotics should be avoided in children? -
Correct Answer Tetracyclines because it can permantely stain teeth



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? - Correct Answer Epinephrine



Thiazide and loop (high ceiling) diuretics are similar in that both: - Correct
Answer decrease tubular reabsorption of sodium and water.



Which of the statements by the nurse most accurately describes the effects
of declined plasma albumin levels in older adults? - Correct Answer
"There is an increased risk for adverse effects."



To prevent oral fungal infections, the nurse should instruct the client who
uses a beclomethasone inhaler to take which action? - Correct Answer
Rinse the mouth after each use.



A client takes ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate (Ortho Tri-Cyclen) birth control
pills. She calls the clinic and relates that she missed her medication

,ati pharm proctored exam Questions
with A+ Guide Answers 2025-2026
yesterday. Which instructions will the nurse give? - Correct Answer "Take
two pills today then continue on a daily basis."



The nurse may administer acetylcysteine (Mucomyst) inhalation to: -
Correct Answer break up thick mucus and facilitate mucus expectoration.



Development of a chronic cough is an adverse effect associated with which
class of anti-hypertensive drugs? - Correct Answer Angiotensin converting
enzyme (ACE) inhibitors



The nurse may administer baclofen (Lioresal) for the treatment of which
condition? - Correct Answer Protracted muscle spasticity



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? - Correct Answer Assess for
incoordination and daytime drowsiness.



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? - Correct Answer
Hypertension bc this drug can in turn worsening the hypertension



When a client is receiving intravenous fluid with supplementary potassium
chloride, it is especially important for the nurse to monitor for which
potential adverse effect? - Correct Answer Cardiac dsyrhythmias



Which adverse effect is common for a client being treated with the
antidepressant fluoxetine (Prozac)? - Correct Answer Sexual dysfunction

, ati pharm proctored exam Questions
with A+ Guide Answers 2025-2026
After giving a dose of dextromethorphan, an antitussive, which data reflects
evaluation of the drug's effectiveness? - Correct Answer Client states that
cough has been relieved.



Prior to giving a client a dose of digoxin, the nurse counts the apical pulse. If
the rate is 62 bpm and regular, which is the appropriate nursing action? -
Correct Answer Give the drug and document the heart rate.



Digoxin is started for a client with an atrial arrhythmia. Within three days, the
client's heart rate has decreased from 94 to 74. What action of digitalis
explains this change? - Correct Answer Slowed impulse conduction



One mechanism by which antihypertensive drugs lower blood pressure is to:
- Correct Answer dilate peripheral blood vessels.



There are many agents that are useful in the treatment of gastric ulcers.
Which agent reacts with hydrochloric acid to form a viscous protective
barrier over the ulcer? - Correct Answer Sucralfate (Carafate), drug class:
protectants



A client whose asthma has been poorly controlled is prescribed cromolyn
sodium (Intal) for inhalation. Client teaching should include which statement
by the nurse? - Correct Answer "Using this drug regularly will reduce the
frequency of acute attacks."



The combination of aluminum and magnesium in many antacids decreases
the risk of: - Correct Answer diarrhea or constipation.



A client who is taking one daily dose of a thiazide diuretic should be
instructed to: - Correct Answer take the medication in morning to avoid
nighttime voiding.

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