ATI Pharmacology

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is to instruct the client to increase their intake of potassium-rich foods. Prednisone can lead to potassium depletion, making it essential to consume foods high in potassium, such as bananas, oranges, and spinach, to maintain electrolyte balance and prevent complications.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Clients with heart failure often follow a sodium-restricted diet. Sodium phosphate laxatives can lead to sodium absorption, causing fluid retention, which is contraindicated in heart failure. It is crucial to avoid sodium phosphate laxatives in these clients to prevent exacerbation of fluid overload and heart failure symptoms.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is gynecomastia (Choice C). Bicalutamide is associated with gynecomastia due to its antiandrogenic properties. Gynecomastia is the development of breast tissue in males and is an important adverse effect to monitor when taking bicalutamide.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: A persistent dry cough is a common adverse effect of Enalapril, which is an ACE inhibitor. Enalapril can cause the accumulation of bradykinin, leading to cough. If the client experiences a persistent dry cough, it is essential to notify the healthcare provider for further evaluation and possible medication adjustment.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Bethanechol is a muscarinic agonist that stimulates muscarinic receptors. Activation of muscarinic receptors can lead to excessive perspiration (diaphoresis) due to increased cholinergic activity, affecting sweat glands. Dry mouth, hypertension, and fecal impaction are not typically associated with muscarinic stimulation.