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ATI PHARMACOLOGY RN EXAM REVIEW 2025–2026 |
A+ GRADED, GUARANTEED PASS | KEY CONCEPTS &
PRACTICE QUESTIONS (UPDATED EDITION)
COMPLETE VERIFIED RN PHARMACOLOGY
QUESTION BANK WITH CORRECT ANSWERS &
DETAILED CLINICAL RATIONALES | EXPERT-
REVIEWED MEDICATION MASTERY GUIDE
What is the normal range for adult respiratory
rate?
-ANSWER-
18 breaths per minute
What medication is prescribed for a client on Day
1?
-ANSWER-
Levodopa 250 mg/Carbidopa 25 mg, 1 tablet daily
What change occurs in the medication dosage by
Day 7?
-ANSWER-
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Increased to 2 tablets daily
What dietary consideration should be made when
taking Levodopa?
-ANSWER-
Consumption of a high-protein meal can reduce the
effectiveness of the medication.
What side effect may occur with Levodopa that
should be reported?
-ANSWER-
Dyskinesia
What is a common side effect of Levodopa related
to mental health?
-ANSWER-
Hallucinations and sleep disturbances
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What vital sign changes were observed on Day 7?
-ANSWER-
Temperature: 36.9°C (98.4°F), Heart rate: 86/min,
Blood pressure: 98/66 mm Hg, SpO2: 97% on room
air
Which laboratory test should be reviewed before
administering warfarin?
-ANSWER-
PT (Prothrombin Time)
What does PT measure in relation to warfarin
therapy?
It measures the time it takes for blood to clot.
What is the purpose of monitoring PT levels in
clients taking warfarin?
-ANSWER-
ATI PHARMACOLOGY RN EXAM REVIEW 2025–2026 |
A+ GRADED, GUARANTEED PASS | KEY CONCEPTS &
PRACTICE QUESTIONS (UPDATED EDITION)
COMPLETE VERIFIED RN PHARMACOLOGY
QUESTION BANK WITH CORRECT ANSWERS &
DETAILED CLINICAL RATIONALES | EXPERT-
REVIEWED MEDICATION MASTERY GUIDE
What is the normal range for adult respiratory
rate?
-ANSWER-
18 breaths per minute
What medication is prescribed for a client on Day
1?
-ANSWER-
Levodopa 250 mg/Carbidopa 25 mg, 1 tablet daily
What change occurs in the medication dosage by
Day 7?
-ANSWER-
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Increased to 2 tablets daily
What dietary consideration should be made when
taking Levodopa?
-ANSWER-
Consumption of a high-protein meal can reduce the
effectiveness of the medication.
What side effect may occur with Levodopa that
should be reported?
-ANSWER-
Dyskinesia
What is a common side effect of Levodopa related
to mental health?
-ANSWER-
Hallucinations and sleep disturbances
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What vital sign changes were observed on Day 7?
-ANSWER-
Temperature: 36.9°C (98.4°F), Heart rate: 86/min,
Blood pressure: 98/66 mm Hg, SpO2: 97% on room
air
Which laboratory test should be reviewed before
administering warfarin?
-ANSWER-
PT (Prothrombin Time)
What does PT measure in relation to warfarin
therapy?
It measures the time it takes for blood to clot.
What is the purpose of monitoring PT levels in
clients taking warfarin?
-ANSWER-
