ATI PN Pharmacology 2020 Exam 2 Updated 2024
ATI PN Pharmacology 2020 Exam 2 Updated 2024 ( 57 Questions)
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is taking aspirin. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Headache - Headache is a common side effect of aspirin and is not typically a cause for concern.
BP 120/70 mm Hg - This blood pressure reading is within the normal range and is not a cause for concern related to aspirin.
Hct 43% - Elevated hematocrit is not an adverse effect of aspirin.
Rhinitis is a sign of hypersensitivity to aspirin and can indicate a risk of developing more severe reactions, such as bronchospasm or anaphylaxis. The nurse should report this finding to the provider and stop the medication.
A. Headache - Headache is a common side effect of aspirin and is not typically a cause for concern.
B. BP 120/70 mm Hg - This blood pressure reading is within the normal range and is not a cause for concern related to aspirin.
C. Hct 43% - Elevated hematocrit is not an adverse effect of aspirin.
D. Rhinitis is a sign of hypersensitivity to aspirin and can indicate a risk of developing more severe reactions, such as bronchospasm or anaphylaxis. The nurse should report this finding to the provider and stop the medication.