ATI LPN
Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 19 : Pain Management, Rest, and Restorative Sleep Questions
Question 1 of 5
The category of drugs that have greater capacity for addiction and abuse is regulated by law. The correct terminology for these drugs is which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Controlled substances are drugs with a high potential for addiction and abuse, regulated by law.
Question 2 of 5
Common aspirin has more than one classification and is used for different problems. Which of the following is(are) not a classification of aspirin?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Aspirin is classified as an antipyretic, analgesic, antiplatelet, and anti-inflammatory drug, but not as an antihistamine.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following drugs are not classified as over the counter?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Codeine is a prescription opioid, not an over-the-counter drug, unlike ibuprofen, aspirin, and acetaminophen.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following are not classified as controlled substance drugs?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Naproxen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAI
D) and not a controlled substance, unlike the opioids meperidine, Dilaudid, morphine, and fentanyl.
Question 5 of 5
An 89-year-old female patient is admitted for right lower knee surgery. Prior to giving her IV morphine for pain management, the nurse will assess
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Respiratory rate must be assessed before administering morphine, as it can cause respiratory depression, especially in elderly patients.