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Pharmacology and the Nursing Process 10th Edition Test Bank
Chapter 34 : Women?s Health Drugs Questions
Question 1 of 5
A woman is preparing for a 10 hour trans-Pacific flight. She has been taking the SERM raloxifene for 6 months. The nurse will provide which instructions to this patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Raloxifene should be stopped 72 hours before prolonged immobility (e.g., long flights) to reduce the risk of thromboembolism. Continuing the drug during travel increases this risk.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse recognizes that the risk of osteoporosis is higher in an individual with which risk factor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: White or Asian descent is a risk factor for postmenopausal osteoporosis due to genetic predisposition and lower bone density. Active sports and obesity may reduce risk, and Black individuals have lower risk.
Question 3 of 5
A patient who is taking the bisphosphonate alendronate has been instructed to lie flat in bed for 2 days after having ophthalmic surgery. Which intervention is appropriate at this time?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Alendronate requires the patient to remain upright for 30 minutes post-dose to prevent esophageal damage. Lying flat post-surgery necessitates withholding the drug until the patient can sit up.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer the contraceptive form of medroxyprogesterone. What route is appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Medroxyprogesterone (Depo-Provera) as a contraceptive is administered intramuscularly for sustained release. Other routes are not appropriate for this formulation.
Question 5 of 5
A patient wants to try an oral soy product to relieve perimenopausal symptoms. The nurse will assess the patient's medication history for which potential drug interaction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oral soy can interfere with thyroid hormone absorption, reducing its efficacy. It does not significantly interact with anticoagulants, NSAIDs, or beta blockers.