Ati Test A/B

Question 0

Sucralfate ( mucousal protectant)

Answer 0

Forms a protective barriers over ulcers in peptic ulcer disease

Question 1

What are adverse effects of mannitol

Answer 1

HF, monitor for peripheral edema
Vomiting
Polydipsia
Muscle cramps

Question 2

h2 receptor antagonists

Answer 2

Decreases stomach acid secretion

Question 3

Morphine adverse effects

Answer 3

Urinary retention
Bradycardia
Hypothermia
Pupil constriction

Question 4

Insulins glargine

Answer 4

Shouldn’t be mixed in same syringe as other insulins
The solution is clear
Administer once per day at the same time
It does not cause a peak it is a gradual insulin

Question 5

Acetazolamide adverse effects

Answer 5

Paresthesia, monitor for tingling of fingers

Hyperglycemia

Question 6

Prednisone adverse effects

Answer 6

Osteoporosis. Which is monitored with bone density scans. ( prednisone is a glucocorticoid)

Question 7

What drug decreases a persons serum potassium level

Answer 7

Sodium polystyrene sulfate

Question 8

Why is Doxycycline contraindicated in pregnancy

Answer 8

Due to its adverse effects on developing bones and teeth

Question 9

New hen administering Enalapril what should the nurse monitor for

Answer 9

Monitor for hyperkalemia due to potassium retention by the kidneys

Question 10

What are adverse effects of aspirin

Answer 10

Salicylate poisoning which causes,respiratory alkalosis in early stages

Question 11

What are signs and symptoms of magnesium toxicity

Answer 11

CNS depression
Lethargy
Decreased BP
depressed deep tendon reflexes

Question 12

What are side effects of tamoxifen

Answer 12

Menstrual irregularities
Hot flashes
Bruising

Question 13

What is the antidote for benzodiazepine overdose

Answer 13

Flumazenil

Question 14

What is the antidote for opioid tocicity

Answer 14

Naloxone

Question 15

What is the antidote for inhibitor overdose

Answer 15

Atropine

Question 16

What person with Graves’ disease has difficulty doing what

Answer 16

They have a difficult time functioning. Propylthiouracil increases,the ability to function

Question 17

What are signs and symptoms of hyperthyroidism

Answer 17

Increased appetite

Insomnia

Question 18

What taking fluoxetine, what should you avoid

Answer 18

Avoid NSAIDS which increases,the risk of bleeding ( as a substitute, take acetaminophen

Question 19

What should you monitor for when administering the anticholinergic benztropine

Answer 19

Monitor for tachycardia and constipation

Question 20

Albuterol

Answer 20

Relieves bronchospasms during acute asthma attacks

Question 21

What does the inhaled corticosteroid beclomethasone do

Answer 21

Provides long term control of asthma

Question 22

What does the mast cell stabilizer nedocromil do

Answer 22

Provides long term control of asthma

Question 23

What does the leukotriene modifier montelukast do

Answer 23

It provides long term control of asthma and prevention of exercise induced bronchospasm
( it is not for acute asthma attacks)

Question 24

While taking metronidazole, what is important to remember

Answer 24

Do not consume alcohol

Question 25

If a person person is suffering from a allergic reaction and has the symptoms of urticaria, dyspnea, anxiety, and hypotension, what should be administered

Answer 25

Parenteral epinephrine

Question 26

What should you educate a pt on who is newly prescribed iron pills ( ferrous sulfate.)

Answer 26

Educate to take on an empty stomach | Antacids reduce absorption of iron

Question 27

What best determines thyroid activity

Answer 27

Measuring TSH is the most sensitive for determining thyroid activity. A TSH level of 2 micorunits indicates proper thyroid functioning

Question 28

What is sublingual ergotamine used for

Answer 28

Migraine headaches Take 1 tab at onset of migraine Max of 3 tabs in 24 hours

Question 29

What med commonly causes gingival hyperplasia

Answer 29

Phenytoin Notify dentist if taking this med levels less than 10 can result in seizures Greater then 20 can produce toxicity

Question 30

What should be monitored and reported when taking digoxin

Answer 30

Yellow tinged skin which is a sign of toxicity

Question 31

What are adverse effects of calcium channel blockers

Answer 31

Pedal edema

Question 32

What is indomethacin

Answer 32

It is a non steroidal anti inflammatory which reduces pain and inflammation

Question 33

What do decongestants do

Answer 33

They can constrict blood vessels

Question 34

What is the anticholinergic oxybutynin do

Answer 34

It is used for urinary incontinence | Monitor for dry mouth, blurred vision, photo phobia, tachycardia and constipation.

Question 35

Temazepam

Answer 35

Treats insomnia

Question 36

Mirtazapine

Answer 36

Treats depression

Question 37

Tranylcypromine common side effect

Answer 37

Orthostatic hypotension

Question 38

What is spironolactone

Answer 38

A potassium sparing diuretic that causes hyponatremia

Question 39

What is a indicator of hyperkalemia

Answer 39

Lethargy

Question 40

What can glucocorticoids such as prednisone cause

Answer 40

They can cause sodium and fluid retention, therefor assess for edema, elevated BS, wt. gain.

Question 41

What is modafinil

Answer 41

It is used for methamphetamine addiction

Question 42

What is disulfiram used for

Answer 42

Alcohol addiction

Question 43

What is bupropion used for

Answer 43

It is used for nicotine addiction

Question 44

What are adverse effects of rosuvaststin

Answer 44

Myopathy which can progress to a fatal condition of rhabdomyolysis

Question 45

What is the expected action of pegfilgratim

Answer 45

It increases a cancer patients WBC count

Question 46

What is IV mannitol 25% used for

Answer 46

It decreases intraocular pressure

Question 47

What are meds used to treat TB

Answer 47

Rifampin | Isoniazid

Question 48

What is infliximab used for

Answer 48

Treats severe Crohn's disease or arthritis