ATI PN Pharmacology Proctored 2025 Exam Complete / 60 Questions With 100%
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Haldol-inform if you are taking ____________ medication. <<ANSWER>>as -benzodiazepine class of
anti-anxiety drugs (all ending with "pam") and even, Xanax.
Fosomax <<ANSWER>>as same as-Alendronate is used for treating osteoporosis in men and
postmenopausal women.
Lipitor <<ANSWER>>as -lowers cholesterol in blood, "statins". Reduce LDL and total cholesterol. Raise
HDL.
Garamycin- <<ANSWER>>as Antibiotic that is toxic to the kidney, injected for radiology studies.
Digoxin side effects <<ANSWER>>as -Fatigue
-Bradycardia
-Anorexia
-Nausea/Vomiting
Singulair <<ANSWER>>as used before exercise to prevent breathing problems during exercise
(bronchospasm).
What medication to administer with Tylenol overdose? <<ANSWER>>as acetylcysteine (Mucomyst) must
be given IV
,HPV vaccine <<ANSWER>>as Human Papilloma Virus (HPV2, HPV4) - -Three doses should be given over a
6 month
-interval for females at 11 to 12 years of age (minimum age is 9 years).
-The second dose should be administered 2 months after the first dose, and the third dose should be
administered 6 months after the first dose.
-HPV4 may be given to males starting at age 9 years of age.
Opioid toxicity-what to check first <<ANSWER>>as oxygen saturation
Valporic Acid lab <<ANSWER>>as liver
Lithium report immediately <<ANSWER>>as slurred speech
Prednisone report <<ANSWER>>as sore throat
Food to avoid when taking Lithium <<ANSWER>>as -salty foods
-alcoholic beverages
Labs for patients taking hydrothiazide <<ANSWER>>as Periodic determination of serum electrolytes to
detect possible electrolyte imbalance should be done at appropriate intervals.
1) A nurse is caring for a client with hyperparathyroidism and notes that the client's serum calcium level
is 13 mg/dL. Which medication should the nurse prepare to administer as prescribed to the client?
1. Calcium chloride
2. Calcium gluconate
3. Calcitonin (Miacalcin)
4. Large doses of vitamin D <<ANSWER>>as 3. Calcitonin (Miacalcin)
Rationale:
,The normal serum calcium level is 8.6 to 10.0 mg/dL. This client is experiencing hypercalcemia. Calcium
gluconate and calcium chloride are medications used for the treatment of tetany, which occurs as a
result of acute hypocalcemia. In hypercalcemia, large doses of vitamin D need to be avoided. Calcitonin,
a thyroid hormone, decreases the plasma calcium level by inhibiting bone resorption and lowering the
serum calcium concentration.
• Do not cut patches to ensure appropriate
dosage.
• Place the patch on a hairless area of skin
(chest, back, or abdomen) and rotate sites
to prevent skin irritation.
• Wash skin with soap and water and dry
thoroughly before applying new patch.
RBC Blood transfusion <<ANSWER>>as
http://www.atitesting.com/ati_next_gen/FocusedReview/data/datacontext/RM%20AMS%20RN%208.0
%20Chp%2044.pdf (prime with normal saline and infuse with sodium chloride).
What to understand about Parkinson's Meds? <<ANSWER>>as -they don't cure disease, they slow the
process.
NEUPOGEN (filgrastim)-what is the appropriate route of this med? <<ANSWER>>as administered by
subcutaneous injection or IV infusion
Lisinopril therapeutic effect <<ANSWER>>as blood pressure answer (e.g. 120/80)
Medication for Schizophrenia <<ANSWER>>as risperidone, Risperdal
Macrodantin medication <<ANSWER>>as used to treat or prevent certain urinary tract infections
, 2.) Oral iron supplements are prescribed for a 6-year-old child with iron deficiency anemia. The nurse
instructs the mother to administer the iron with which best food item?
1. Milk
2. Water
3. Apple juice
4. Orange juice <<ANSWER>>as 4. Orange juice
Rationale:
Vitamin C increases the absorption of iron by the body. The mother should be instructed to administer
the medication with a citrus fruit or a juice that is high in vitamin C. Milk may affect absorption of the
iron. Water will not assist in absorption. Orange juice contains a greater amount of vitamin C than apple
juice.
Patient identifiers <<ANSWER>>as -Medical record number
-home telephone number
What lab values should a nurse monitor for a patient with chronic renal failure? <<ANSWER>>as ■
Urinalysis
☐ Hematuria, proteinuria, and alterations in specific gravity
☐ Serum creatinine
- Gradual increase of 1 to 2 mg/dL per every 24 to 48 hr for acute renal
failure (ARF)
- Gradual increase over months to years for chronic renal failure (CRF)
exceeding 4 mg/dL
■ Blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
- 80 to 100 mg/dL within 1 week with ARF
- Gradual increase with elevated serum creatinine over months to years for
CRF
- 180-200 mg/dL with (CRF)
■ Serum electrolytes
- Decreased sodium (dilutional) and calcium, increased potassium,
phosphorus, and magnesium
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Haldol-inform if you are taking ____________ medication. <<ANSWER>>as -benzodiazepine class of
anti-anxiety drugs (all ending with "pam") and even, Xanax.
Fosomax <<ANSWER>>as same as-Alendronate is used for treating osteoporosis in men and
postmenopausal women.
Lipitor <<ANSWER>>as -lowers cholesterol in blood, "statins". Reduce LDL and total cholesterol. Raise
HDL.
Garamycin- <<ANSWER>>as Antibiotic that is toxic to the kidney, injected for radiology studies.
Digoxin side effects <<ANSWER>>as -Fatigue
-Bradycardia
-Anorexia
-Nausea/Vomiting
Singulair <<ANSWER>>as used before exercise to prevent breathing problems during exercise
(bronchospasm).
What medication to administer with Tylenol overdose? <<ANSWER>>as acetylcysteine (Mucomyst) must
be given IV
,HPV vaccine <<ANSWER>>as Human Papilloma Virus (HPV2, HPV4) - -Three doses should be given over a
6 month
-interval for females at 11 to 12 years of age (minimum age is 9 years).
-The second dose should be administered 2 months after the first dose, and the third dose should be
administered 6 months after the first dose.
-HPV4 may be given to males starting at age 9 years of age.
Opioid toxicity-what to check first <<ANSWER>>as oxygen saturation
Valporic Acid lab <<ANSWER>>as liver
Lithium report immediately <<ANSWER>>as slurred speech
Prednisone report <<ANSWER>>as sore throat
Food to avoid when taking Lithium <<ANSWER>>as -salty foods
-alcoholic beverages
Labs for patients taking hydrothiazide <<ANSWER>>as Periodic determination of serum electrolytes to
detect possible electrolyte imbalance should be done at appropriate intervals.
1) A nurse is caring for a client with hyperparathyroidism and notes that the client's serum calcium level
is 13 mg/dL. Which medication should the nurse prepare to administer as prescribed to the client?
1. Calcium chloride
2. Calcium gluconate
3. Calcitonin (Miacalcin)
4. Large doses of vitamin D <<ANSWER>>as 3. Calcitonin (Miacalcin)
Rationale:
,The normal serum calcium level is 8.6 to 10.0 mg/dL. This client is experiencing hypercalcemia. Calcium
gluconate and calcium chloride are medications used for the treatment of tetany, which occurs as a
result of acute hypocalcemia. In hypercalcemia, large doses of vitamin D need to be avoided. Calcitonin,
a thyroid hormone, decreases the plasma calcium level by inhibiting bone resorption and lowering the
serum calcium concentration.
• Do not cut patches to ensure appropriate
dosage.
• Place the patch on a hairless area of skin
(chest, back, or abdomen) and rotate sites
to prevent skin irritation.
• Wash skin with soap and water and dry
thoroughly before applying new patch.
RBC Blood transfusion <<ANSWER>>as
http://www.atitesting.com/ati_next_gen/FocusedReview/data/datacontext/RM%20AMS%20RN%208.0
%20Chp%2044.pdf (prime with normal saline and infuse with sodium chloride).
What to understand about Parkinson's Meds? <<ANSWER>>as -they don't cure disease, they slow the
process.
NEUPOGEN (filgrastim)-what is the appropriate route of this med? <<ANSWER>>as administered by
subcutaneous injection or IV infusion
Lisinopril therapeutic effect <<ANSWER>>as blood pressure answer (e.g. 120/80)
Medication for Schizophrenia <<ANSWER>>as risperidone, Risperdal
Macrodantin medication <<ANSWER>>as used to treat or prevent certain urinary tract infections
, 2.) Oral iron supplements are prescribed for a 6-year-old child with iron deficiency anemia. The nurse
instructs the mother to administer the iron with which best food item?
1. Milk
2. Water
3. Apple juice
4. Orange juice <<ANSWER>>as 4. Orange juice
Rationale:
Vitamin C increases the absorption of iron by the body. The mother should be instructed to administer
the medication with a citrus fruit or a juice that is high in vitamin C. Milk may affect absorption of the
iron. Water will not assist in absorption. Orange juice contains a greater amount of vitamin C than apple
juice.
Patient identifiers <<ANSWER>>as -Medical record number
-home telephone number
What lab values should a nurse monitor for a patient with chronic renal failure? <<ANSWER>>as ■
Urinalysis
☐ Hematuria, proteinuria, and alterations in specific gravity
☐ Serum creatinine
- Gradual increase of 1 to 2 mg/dL per every 24 to 48 hr for acute renal
failure (ARF)
- Gradual increase over months to years for chronic renal failure (CRF)
exceeding 4 mg/dL
■ Blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
- 80 to 100 mg/dL within 1 week with ARF
- Gradual increase with elevated serum creatinine over months to years for
CRF
- 180-200 mg/dL with (CRF)
■ Serum electrolytes
- Decreased sodium (dilutional) and calcium, increased potassium,
phosphorus, and magnesium
