ATI RN Pharmacology 2023 Proctored Exam
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, Comprehensive Topic Test for Nursing Students
QUESTION 1
A nurse is preparing to administer allopurinol to a client with gout. Which of the
following laboratory values should the nurse review prior to administration?
Serum potassium levels
Serum creatinine and BUN
Hemoglobin and hematocrit
Serum sodium levels
<details> <summary><b>Answer & Rationale</b></summary> <br>
<b><u>CORRECT ANSWER: Serum creatinine and BUN</u></b> <br><br>
<b>Rationale:</b> Allopurinol is excreted renally and can cause nephrotoxicity.
The nurse should assess renal function by reviewing serum creatinine and BUN
levels before administration. Dosage adjustments may be needed in clients with
renal impairment. The other options are not specifically indicated for allopurinol
administration. </details>
QUESTION 2
A nurse is providing teaching to a client prescribed cyclobenzaprine for muscle
spasms. Which statement by the client indicates understanding of the medication?
"I can take this medication with my morning coffee"
"I should avoid driving until I know how this medication affects me"
"I can double the dose if I experience severe pain"
with NGN/ with Questions and correct
verified answers. Guaranteed pass /Graded
A+
,
,
, Comprehensive Topic Test for Nursing Students
QUESTION 1
A nurse is preparing to administer allopurinol to a client with gout. Which of the
following laboratory values should the nurse review prior to administration?
Serum potassium levels
Serum creatinine and BUN
Hemoglobin and hematocrit
Serum sodium levels
<details> <summary><b>Answer & Rationale</b></summary> <br>
<b><u>CORRECT ANSWER: Serum creatinine and BUN</u></b> <br><br>
<b>Rationale:</b> Allopurinol is excreted renally and can cause nephrotoxicity.
The nurse should assess renal function by reviewing serum creatinine and BUN
levels before administration. Dosage adjustments may be needed in clients with
renal impairment. The other options are not specifically indicated for allopurinol
administration. </details>
QUESTION 2
A nurse is providing teaching to a client prescribed cyclobenzaprine for muscle
spasms. Which statement by the client indicates understanding of the medication?
"I can take this medication with my morning coffee"
"I should avoid driving until I know how this medication affects me"
"I can double the dose if I experience severe pain"