Pharmacology ATI Proctored Exam 2023

Question 1 of 5

Reteplase (Retavase) has been ordered for a client diagnosed with an MI. The nurse understands that this drug needs to be administered within which time frame following the onset of symptoms?

A. 45 minutes to 18 hours B. 30 minutes to 12 hours C. 90 minutes to 36 hours D. 60 minutes to 24 hours

Question 2 of 5

What is the first type of medication prescribed to prevent angina pain for a client?

A. Beta blockers B. Alpha blockers C. Calcium channel blockers D. Organic nitrates

Question 3 of 5

When a client is discharged with nitroglycerin (Nitrostat), what should the nurse include in client education?

A. "Your chest pain should go away with one tablet." B. "If your chest pain doesn't go away after three tablets, call 911; you might be having a heart attack." C. "If your chest pain doesn't go away with one tablet, you can repeat the dose as many times as you need to." D. "Be sure to call 911 before you take any tablets."

Question 4 of 5

A client has ordered a thrombolytic medication for the treatment of CVA. Which type of stroke should not be treated with a thrombolytic?

A. Hemorrhagic stroke B. Thrombotic stroke C. Both types can be treated with a thrombolytic D. Neither type can be treated with a thrombolytic

Question 5 of 5

A client has been prescribed a calcium channel blocker for angina. The nurse knows this medication should NOT be used with caution in combination with which drug classes?

A. NSAIDs B. Cardiac glycosides C. Beta blockers D. None of the above

Pharmacology ATI Proctored Exam 2023

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ATI RN

ATI RN