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Roach's Introductory Clinical Pharmacology 11th Edition
Chapter 13 Questions
Question 1 of 5
When describing the properties of ibuprofen to a group of individuals attending a community health promotion presentation, the nurse would integrate knowledge of which of the following? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Like the salicylates, the NSAIDS have anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, and analgesic effects. They do not exert antipruritic or antibacterial properties.
Question 2 of 5
A group of nursing students are reviewing NSAIDs. The students demonstrate understanding of this drug class when they identify which of the following as an NSAID? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C,E
Rationale: Ibuprofen and meloxicam are both classified as NSAIDs. Aspirin is a salicylate, acetaminophen is a nonsalicylate, and eletriptan is a serotonin receptor agonist.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is describing the actions of NSAIDs to a client. Which of the following would the nurse integrate into the description as a mechanism by which NSAIDs elicit their effects? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: NSAIDs exert their effects by inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis via inhibition of cyclooxygenase-1 and -2.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse would expect to administer prescribed NSAIDs as part of the treatment plan for clients with which conditions? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: NSAIDs are used to treat fever and the mild to moderate pain that may be associated with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and primary dysmenorrhea. Severe postoperative pain would most likely require an opioid analgesic.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing care to a client who is receiving NSAIDs. The nurse would be especially alert for which of the following? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: Clients receiving NSAIDs should be monitored for the following renal adverse effects: polyuria, dysuria, oliguria, hematuria, eystitis, elevated BUN, and acute renal failure.