ATI LPN
Pharmacology and the Nursing Process 10th Edition Test Bank
Chapter 50 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient is receiving an aluminum-containing antacid. The nurse will inform the patient to watch for which possible adverse effect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aluminum-based antacids have a constipating effect as well as an acid-neutralizing capacity.
Question 2 of 5
When reviewing the health history of a patient who will be receiving antacids, the nurse recalls that antacids containing magnesium need to be used cautiously in patients with which condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Both calcium- and magnesium-based antacids are more likely to accumulate to toxic levels in patients with renal disease and are commonly avoided in this patient group.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the medication orders for a patient who will be taking an H2 antagonist. Which drug may have an interaction if taken along with the H2 antagonist?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All H2 receptor antagonists may inhibit the absorption of certain drugs, such as the antifungal ketoconazole, that require an acidic gastrointestinal environment for gastric absorption.
Question 4 of 5
A patient who has been taking cimetidine for hyperacidity calls the clinic to say that the medication has not been effective. The nurse reviews his history and notes that which factor may be influencing the effectiveness of this drug?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Smoking may impair the absorption of H2 antagonists.
Question 5 of 5
A patient is taking omeprazole for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The nurse will include which statement in the teaching plan about this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Omeprazole needs to be taken before meals, and an entire capsule must be taken whole, not crushed, chewed, opened, or dissolved in liquid when treating GERD. This medication is used on a long-term basis to maintain healing.