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2025 ATI PN Pharmacology Proctored Exam – Updated
Nursing Test Bank, Study Guide, and Real ATI PN Practice
Questions
Ace your ATI PN Pharmacology Proctored Exam 2025 with this updated study guide and ATI-style
test bank. Includes PN pharmacology practice questions, dosage calculations, medication
classifications, and expert rationales designed to help practical nursing students master
pharmacology and pass confidently.
• ATI PN Pharmacology Proctored Exam 2025
• ATI PN Pharmacology Proctored study guide
• ATI PN Pharmacology Proctored test bank
• ATI PN Pharmacology Proctored practice questions and answers
A 75-year-old male client taking hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) is admitted to the hospital having
"palpitations" and "skipped heart beats." What is the most likely cause of these symptoms given the
client's medication history? - ANSWER-Hypokalemia
A 67-year-old client is discharged from the hospital with a prescription for digoxin (Lanoxin) 0.25 mg
daily. Which instruction should the practical nurse (PN) reinforce? - ANSWER-Do not take the medication
if the heart beat is irregular or slow.
The practical nurse (PN) is preparing to administer dalteparin (Fragmin) subcutaneously to an immobile
client who has been receiving the medication for 5 days. Which finding indicates that the PN should hold
the prescribed dose? - ANSWER-Guaiac-positive stool
A 59-year-old client with heart failure is taking furosemide (Lasix) 40 mg twice daily. The practical nurse
(PN) plans to monitor this client for development of which complication? - ANSWER-Hypokalemia
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Alteration of which laboratory finding represents achievement of a therapeutic goal for heparin
administration? - ANSWER-Partial thromboplastin time
Which instruction should the practical nurse (PN) reinforce when teaching a client who is receiving
phenytoin (Dilantin) for seizure control? - ANSWER-Brush and floss teeth daily.
The practical nurse (PN) gives a client NPH insulin 15 units subcutaneously before breakfast (7:30 AM).
At what time should the PN be particularly alert for signs or symptoms of a potential hypoglycemic
reaction? - ANSWER-3:30 to 7:30 PM
A healthy 58-year-old client asks the practical nurse (PN) about taking the pneumococcal vaccine
(Pneumovax). Which statement should the PN offer to the client that provides the most accurate
information about this vaccine? - ANSWER-The immunization is administered once to older adults or
persons with a history of chronic illness.
A 12-year-old boy is admitted from the emergency room with status epilepticus. His parents report that
his seizure disorder has been managed with phenytoin (Dilantin) 50 mg PO bid for the past year. What
drug should the practical nurse (PN) expect to be prescribed for administration in the event of another
series of seizures? - ANSWER-Diazepam (Valium)
A nurse who is working in a men's health clinic is reviewing the medical records of several clients who
have received prescriptions for sildenafil (Viagra). Which client history data should alert the nurse that
close monitoring for adverse effects of Viagra is necessary - ANSWER-Duodenal ulcer prophylaxis with
cimetidine (Tagamet)
A 78-year-old client with congestive heart failure is taking furosemide (Lasix) 40 mg PO twice daily. The
nurse plans to monitor this client for development of which complication? Select all that apply. -
ANSWER-Muscle cramps
Hypertension
Lethagy
Oliguria
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A client is prescribed a peak and trough level test for the antibiotic vancomycin (Vancocin). What time
should the specimen be collected to obtain the trough serum drug concentration? - ANSWER-
Immediately before the next antibiotic dose is given
A client diagnosed with essential hypertension asks the practical nurse (PN), "What type of
decongestant should I take for this cold?" Which response is best for the PN to provide? - ANSWER-
"Contact your health care provider before taking anything."
The nurse reviews medications at discharge with a client who suffers from severe anxiety disorder.
Which statement made by the client indicates an understanding of the medication phenobarbital
(Luminal)? - ANSWER-"I will take it at 8 PM every evening."
The practical nurse (PN) administers two newly prescribed medications, isosorbide dinitrate (Isordil), a
nitrate, and hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ), a diuretic, to a client. Which follow-up observation is most
important for the PN to perform? - ANSWER-Monitor the client's blood pressure.
Which outcome would indicate that the drug lactulose (Cephulac) has had a therapeutic effect? -
ANSWER-Two or three soft stools per day
A 43-year-old female client is receiving thyroid replacement hormone following a thyroidectomy. What
adverse effects associated with thyroid hormone toxicity should the practical nurse (PN) reiterate to the
client to report promptly to the health care provider? - ANSWER-Tachycardia and chest pain
A client is receiving ampicillin sodium (Omnipen) for a sinus infection. The practical nurse (PN) should
reinforce that the client notify the health care provider immediately if which symptom occurs? -
ANSWER-Rash
Before administering an antiinfective agent to a client with a urinary tract infection, which nursing
intervention is most important? - ANSWER-Obtain a clean-catch urine specimen.
A client who is receiving chemotherapy asks the practical nurse (PN), "Why is so much of my hair falling
out each day?" Which response by the PN best explains the reason for alopecia? - ANSWER-
Chemotherapy affects the cells of the body that grow rapidly, both normal and malignant."
2025 ATI PN Pharmacology Proctored Exam – Updated
Nursing Test Bank, Study Guide, and Real ATI PN Practice
Questions
Ace your ATI PN Pharmacology Proctored Exam 2025 with this updated study guide and ATI-style
test bank. Includes PN pharmacology practice questions, dosage calculations, medication
classifications, and expert rationales designed to help practical nursing students master
pharmacology and pass confidently.
• ATI PN Pharmacology Proctored Exam 2025
• ATI PN Pharmacology Proctored study guide
• ATI PN Pharmacology Proctored test bank
• ATI PN Pharmacology Proctored practice questions and answers
A 75-year-old male client taking hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) is admitted to the hospital having
"palpitations" and "skipped heart beats." What is the most likely cause of these symptoms given the
client's medication history? - ANSWER-Hypokalemia
A 67-year-old client is discharged from the hospital with a prescription for digoxin (Lanoxin) 0.25 mg
daily. Which instruction should the practical nurse (PN) reinforce? - ANSWER-Do not take the medication
if the heart beat is irregular or slow.
The practical nurse (PN) is preparing to administer dalteparin (Fragmin) subcutaneously to an immobile
client who has been receiving the medication for 5 days. Which finding indicates that the PN should hold
the prescribed dose? - ANSWER-Guaiac-positive stool
A 59-year-old client with heart failure is taking furosemide (Lasix) 40 mg twice daily. The practical nurse
(PN) plans to monitor this client for development of which complication? - ANSWER-Hypokalemia
,2|Page
Alteration of which laboratory finding represents achievement of a therapeutic goal for heparin
administration? - ANSWER-Partial thromboplastin time
Which instruction should the practical nurse (PN) reinforce when teaching a client who is receiving
phenytoin (Dilantin) for seizure control? - ANSWER-Brush and floss teeth daily.
The practical nurse (PN) gives a client NPH insulin 15 units subcutaneously before breakfast (7:30 AM).
At what time should the PN be particularly alert for signs or symptoms of a potential hypoglycemic
reaction? - ANSWER-3:30 to 7:30 PM
A healthy 58-year-old client asks the practical nurse (PN) about taking the pneumococcal vaccine
(Pneumovax). Which statement should the PN offer to the client that provides the most accurate
information about this vaccine? - ANSWER-The immunization is administered once to older adults or
persons with a history of chronic illness.
A 12-year-old boy is admitted from the emergency room with status epilepticus. His parents report that
his seizure disorder has been managed with phenytoin (Dilantin) 50 mg PO bid for the past year. What
drug should the practical nurse (PN) expect to be prescribed for administration in the event of another
series of seizures? - ANSWER-Diazepam (Valium)
A nurse who is working in a men's health clinic is reviewing the medical records of several clients who
have received prescriptions for sildenafil (Viagra). Which client history data should alert the nurse that
close monitoring for adverse effects of Viagra is necessary - ANSWER-Duodenal ulcer prophylaxis with
cimetidine (Tagamet)
A 78-year-old client with congestive heart failure is taking furosemide (Lasix) 40 mg PO twice daily. The
nurse plans to monitor this client for development of which complication? Select all that apply. -
ANSWER-Muscle cramps
Hypertension
Lethagy
Oliguria
, 3|Page
A client is prescribed a peak and trough level test for the antibiotic vancomycin (Vancocin). What time
should the specimen be collected to obtain the trough serum drug concentration? - ANSWER-
Immediately before the next antibiotic dose is given
A client diagnosed with essential hypertension asks the practical nurse (PN), "What type of
decongestant should I take for this cold?" Which response is best for the PN to provide? - ANSWER-
"Contact your health care provider before taking anything."
The nurse reviews medications at discharge with a client who suffers from severe anxiety disorder.
Which statement made by the client indicates an understanding of the medication phenobarbital
(Luminal)? - ANSWER-"I will take it at 8 PM every evening."
The practical nurse (PN) administers two newly prescribed medications, isosorbide dinitrate (Isordil), a
nitrate, and hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ), a diuretic, to a client. Which follow-up observation is most
important for the PN to perform? - ANSWER-Monitor the client's blood pressure.
Which outcome would indicate that the drug lactulose (Cephulac) has had a therapeutic effect? -
ANSWER-Two or three soft stools per day
A 43-year-old female client is receiving thyroid replacement hormone following a thyroidectomy. What
adverse effects associated with thyroid hormone toxicity should the practical nurse (PN) reiterate to the
client to report promptly to the health care provider? - ANSWER-Tachycardia and chest pain
A client is receiving ampicillin sodium (Omnipen) for a sinus infection. The practical nurse (PN) should
reinforce that the client notify the health care provider immediately if which symptom occurs? -
ANSWER-Rash
Before administering an antiinfective agent to a client with a urinary tract infection, which nursing
intervention is most important? - ANSWER-Obtain a clean-catch urine specimen.
A client who is receiving chemotherapy asks the practical nurse (PN), "Why is so much of my hair falling
out each day?" Which response by the PN best explains the reason for alopecia? - ANSWER-
Chemotherapy affects the cells of the body that grow rapidly, both normal and malignant."
