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ATI nurs 113 pharmacology proctored exam Practice Questions

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Question 1 of 16Single-Select Multiple Choice

The client is admitted to the intensive care department diagnosed with myxedema coma. Which assessement data warrant immediate intervention by the nurse?

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Question 2 of 16Single-Select Multiple Choice

A client newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus has a nursing diagnosis of Knowledge deficit: diabetes, medical regimen, diet, exercise, and self-care management skills. Which nursing goal is appropriate for this client?

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Question 3 of 16Single-Select Multiple Choice

A nurse is in a provider's office is reviewing the health record of a client who is being evaluated for Grave's disease. Which of the following is an expected laboratory finding for this client?

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Question 4 of 16Single-Select Multiple Choice

The nurse is developing a care plan for the client diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. The nurse identifies the problem "high risk for hyperglycemia related to noncompliance with the medication regimen." Which statement is an appropriate short-term goal for the client?

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Question 5 of 16Single-Select Multiple Choice

The nurse should instruct clients with diabetes about "sick day management" of their disease by emphasizing which action?

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Question 6 of 16Calculation / Fill-in-the-Blank (Numeric)

The physician orders erythromycin 1 g in 100 mL of D5W to infuse in 30 minutes. Calculate the flow rate in milliliters per hour. _____________ (LABEL CORRECTLY TO RECEIVE CREDIT: DO NOT USE SPACES IN YOUR ANSWER, I.e. 33mL/hr)

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Question 7 of 16Single-Select Multiple Choice

A nurse has provided diabetic teaching with the family of a client newly diagnosed with diabetes. The nurse determines that the family understands the reason for having glucagon on hand for emergency home use if the family indicates that the purpose of the medication is to treat

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Question 8 of 16Single-Select Multiple Choice

Which signs/symptoms should make the nurse suspect the client is experiencing a thyroid storm?

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Question 9 of 16Single-Select Multiple Choice

A patient is admitted with a subtotal thyroidectomy. She is returned to the surgical unit after a short stay in the post anesthesia care unit. She is receiving fluids intravenously. When this patient has completely recovered from anesthesia, and her vital signs are stable, which position would be most appropriate for her?

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Question 10 of 16Calculation / Fill-in-the-Blank (Numeric)
  1. A patient with type 1 diabetes is prescribed a sliding scale insulin regimen using regular insulin before meals. The sliding scale is as follows:

Blood glucose 150-199 mg/dL: 2 units

Blood glucose 200-249 mg/dL: 4 units

Blood glucose 250-299 mg/dL: 6 units

Blood glucose 300-349 mg/dL: 8 units

Blood glucose >350 mg/dL: Call provider

The patient's blood glucose before lunch is 278 mg/dL. The patient is also prescribed 0.1 units/kg of insulin glargine (Lantus) once daily. The patient weighs 70 kg.

How many total units of insulin should the nurse administer at this time? (LABEL CORRECTLY: NO SPACES IN ANSWER)

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Question 11 of 16Single-Select Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client with an autoimmune disease characterized by the production of antibodies that destroy essential enzymes needed for the production of T 3 and T4. This nurse is aware that this client is experiencing:

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Question 12 of 16Single-Select Multiple Choice

A patient is newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus. How should the nurse respond when the patient asks how long the insulin injections will be necessary?

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Question 13 of 16Single-Select Multiple Choice

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for a blood test to measure her thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) level. Which of the following statements should the nurse give?

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Question 14 of 16Single-Select Multiple Choice

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What is the expected therapeutic effect of radioactive lodine therapy in hyperthyroidism?

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Question 15 of 16Single-Select Multiple Choice

A client has flushed skin, bulging eyes and perspiration, and states that he has been "irritable" and having palpitations. The nurse interprets these findings as suggesting:

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Question 16 of 16Single-Select Multiple Choice

The school nurse notices that a 14-year old who used to be an excellent student and very active in sports is losing weight, acting very nervous and wide bulging eyes. The teen was recently checked by the primary care provider (PCP), who noted the teen had a very low level of TSH. The nurse recognizes that the teen has which condition?

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