ATI LPN
Pharmacology and the Nursing Process 10th Edition Test Bank
Chapter 34 : Women?s Health Drugs Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse recognizes that use of estrogen drugs is contraindicated in which patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Estrogen increases the risk of thromboembolism, making it contraindicated in patients with a history of thrombophlebitis. Atrophic vaginitis and inoperable prostate cancer are indications for estrogen therapy, and it is not used to prevent lactation.
Question 2 of 5
A patient is being treated for secondary amenorrhea. The nurse expects which drug to be used to treat this problem?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Medroxyprogesterone, a progestin, is commonly used to treat secondary amenorrhea by inducing withdrawal bleeding. The other drugs are not indicated for this condition.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching a patient about the adverse effects of fertility drugs such as clomiphene. Which is a potential adverse effect of this drug?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clomiphene can cause headaches as a side effect, along with vomiting, restlessness, and urticaria. Drowsiness, dysmenorrhea, and hypertension are not typical adverse effects.
Question 4 of 5
A patient is receiving oxytocin to induce labor. During administration of this medication, the nurse will also implement which action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Oxytocin is administered via an IV infusion pump to ensure controlled delivery and prevent overdose. Magnesium sulfate is not co-administered, bolus administration is unsafe, and monitoring should be continuous, not every 2 hours.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the use of uterine tocolytics, such as indomethacin (Indocin). Which statement best describes the indication for these drugs?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Tocolytics like indomethacin are used to prevent preterm labor between 20 and 37 weeks, such as at 22 weeks, by relaxing uterine smooth muscle. They do not stimulate contractions or ovulation.