4/2/25, 7:20 AM NCLEX-RN ATI LIVE REVIEW
NCLEX-RN ATI LIVE REVIEW 2024- 2025 ACTUAL EXAM COMPLETE
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS \\REAL EXAM WITH
ALL QUESTIONS TESTED \VERIFIED ANSWERS \\GRADED A+
Terms in this set (220)
-A noncardioselective BB For patients with a hx of asthma prescribed Propranolol,
will block the beta cells what is a potential complication when taking a non-
in both the heart & cardioselective BB? What is an example of a
lungs cardioselective BB?
- Danger for clients with
respiratory ailments due to
inhibition of beta 2 cells in
the lungs
- Cardioselective BB, such as
Metoprolol, is required***
- N&V What are some examples of Digoxin toxicity?
- Anorexia
- Halos around vision field
- Dots/specs in vision
- PUT ON GLOVES! When administering nitroglycerin ointment/patch, what
- Due to potent is important for the RN to do prior to administration?
vasodilating effects that
are directly absorbed
through the skin, the RN
must wear gloves to not be
affected by medication
- Headache What are some adverse effects with nitroglycerin administration?
- Hypotension
- Tachycardia
- Tolerance to medication
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,4/2/25, 7:20 AM NCLEX-RN ATI LIVE REVIEW
For patients prescribed statin medications, what lab
LFT's (Liver function tests)
values are imperative for the RN to monitor?
For patients prescribed statin medications, what AE is it
Muscle aches/weakness
imperative for the RN to educate the patient to
report?
- Methylaxanthines What drug class is Theophylline a part of? What is the therapeutic
- Therapeutic level of 10-20 level?
- Avoid abrupt cessation For patients taking glucocorticoids/inhaled
- Tapering discontinuation is corticosteroids, what are teaching points & proper
required
assessments with administration?
- Over-use can cause
Cushing's
- Abrupt d/c can cause
Addison's
- Monitor BG continuously
(Hyperglycemia)
- Metformin For patients diagnosed with type 2 DM, what oral anti
- Must be held because diabetic agent must be held 24 hours before and
kidneys will be unable to after any procedure involving contest dye and why?
excrete the contrast
dye if medication is
continued
For patients diagnosed with hypothyroidism, when
- Early in morning on empty
stomach should synthetic thyroid medication, Levothyroxine
(Synthroid), be taken?
- Vitamin C What vitamin increases the absorption of iron in the GI
- Milk should be avoided tract? What beverage should be avoided when taking
because vitamin D inhibits iron supplements?
absorption of iron
- Take iron supplementation When caring for a patient taking PO iron supplementation,
with vitamin C (Orange what are education points the RN should touch on?
juice) which will increase
absorption of iron in the
GI tract
- GI upset/dark stools are
common
- Constipation is common -
Increase intake of foods
high in fiber
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, 4/2/25, 7:20 AM NCLEX-RN ATI LIVE REVIEW
- Avoid milk: Vitamin D
inhibits absorption of iron
- Use a straw when
drinking iron liquid
suspension: Will stain
teeth
- Using z-track method: Do
NOT massage site after
administration, could
cause staining of the skin
- Garlic What are examples of natural/herbal remedies that
- Ginsing(Ginger) interfere with the body's normal clotting/coagulation
- Saw palmetto process?
- Ototoxicity: Monitor hearing For patients prescribed aminoglycoside antibiotics
ability (Vancomycin, Gentamicin), what are serious AE that
- Nephrotoxicity: Monitor BUN,
needs to be monitored for?
Cr
- Rifampin will stain body For patients diagnosed with TB prescribed Rifampin,
fluids an orange color what does the nurse need to educate the patient
(Tears, sweat, urine) & regarding AE?
this is a harmless side
effect
- Contact lenses will stain
& should be avoided if
possible
- MAOI antidepressant For patients taking Phenelzine, what foods should be
- Foods containing avoided and why? Give examples.
tyramine should be
avoided due to potential for
hypertensive crisis
- Avoid strong or aged
cheeses like cheddar,
blue cheese, or
gorgonzola
- Avoid cured or smoked
meats or fish, such as
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NCLEX-RN ATI LIVE REVIEW 2024- 2025 ACTUAL EXAM COMPLETE
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS \\REAL EXAM WITH
ALL QUESTIONS TESTED \VERIFIED ANSWERS \\GRADED A+
Terms in this set (220)
-A noncardioselective BB For patients with a hx of asthma prescribed Propranolol,
will block the beta cells what is a potential complication when taking a non-
in both the heart & cardioselective BB? What is an example of a
lungs cardioselective BB?
- Danger for clients with
respiratory ailments due to
inhibition of beta 2 cells in
the lungs
- Cardioselective BB, such as
Metoprolol, is required***
- N&V What are some examples of Digoxin toxicity?
- Anorexia
- Halos around vision field
- Dots/specs in vision
- PUT ON GLOVES! When administering nitroglycerin ointment/patch, what
- Due to potent is important for the RN to do prior to administration?
vasodilating effects that
are directly absorbed
through the skin, the RN
must wear gloves to not be
affected by medication
- Headache What are some adverse effects with nitroglycerin administration?
- Hypotension
- Tachycardia
- Tolerance to medication
1/30
,4/2/25, 7:20 AM NCLEX-RN ATI LIVE REVIEW
For patients prescribed statin medications, what lab
LFT's (Liver function tests)
values are imperative for the RN to monitor?
For patients prescribed statin medications, what AE is it
Muscle aches/weakness
imperative for the RN to educate the patient to
report?
- Methylaxanthines What drug class is Theophylline a part of? What is the therapeutic
- Therapeutic level of 10-20 level?
- Avoid abrupt cessation For patients taking glucocorticoids/inhaled
- Tapering discontinuation is corticosteroids, what are teaching points & proper
required
assessments with administration?
- Over-use can cause
Cushing's
- Abrupt d/c can cause
Addison's
- Monitor BG continuously
(Hyperglycemia)
- Metformin For patients diagnosed with type 2 DM, what oral anti
- Must be held because diabetic agent must be held 24 hours before and
kidneys will be unable to after any procedure involving contest dye and why?
excrete the contrast
dye if medication is
continued
For patients diagnosed with hypothyroidism, when
- Early in morning on empty
stomach should synthetic thyroid medication, Levothyroxine
(Synthroid), be taken?
- Vitamin C What vitamin increases the absorption of iron in the GI
- Milk should be avoided tract? What beverage should be avoided when taking
because vitamin D inhibits iron supplements?
absorption of iron
- Take iron supplementation When caring for a patient taking PO iron supplementation,
with vitamin C (Orange what are education points the RN should touch on?
juice) which will increase
absorption of iron in the
GI tract
- GI upset/dark stools are
common
- Constipation is common -
Increase intake of foods
high in fiber
2/30
, 4/2/25, 7:20 AM NCLEX-RN ATI LIVE REVIEW
- Avoid milk: Vitamin D
inhibits absorption of iron
- Use a straw when
drinking iron liquid
suspension: Will stain
teeth
- Using z-track method: Do
NOT massage site after
administration, could
cause staining of the skin
- Garlic What are examples of natural/herbal remedies that
- Ginsing(Ginger) interfere with the body's normal clotting/coagulation
- Saw palmetto process?
- Ototoxicity: Monitor hearing For patients prescribed aminoglycoside antibiotics
ability (Vancomycin, Gentamicin), what are serious AE that
- Nephrotoxicity: Monitor BUN,
needs to be monitored for?
Cr
- Rifampin will stain body For patients diagnosed with TB prescribed Rifampin,
fluids an orange color what does the nurse need to educate the patient
(Tears, sweat, urine) & regarding AE?
this is a harmless side
effect
- Contact lenses will stain
& should be avoided if
possible
- MAOI antidepressant For patients taking Phenelzine, what foods should be
- Foods containing avoided and why? Give examples.
tyramine should be
avoided due to potential for
hypertensive crisis
- Avoid strong or aged
cheeses like cheddar,
blue cheese, or
gorgonzola
- Avoid cured or smoked
meats or fish, such as
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