ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 35 Questions
Question 1 of 5
The drug name that is assigned and is not owned by the pharmaceutical company that develops the drug is the:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The generic name is assigned to a drug and is not owned by the pharmaceutical company, unlike the proprietary or brand name, which is trademarked. The chemical name describes the drug's chemical composition.
Question 2 of 5
You are preparing to administer a Schedule II drug. What special considerations are necessary?
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Schedule II drugs have a high potential for abuse and are tightly controlled, requiring secure storage (double lock or limited access), counting of remaining medications, and ensuring the count matches the record book. Schedule III drugs have a lower potential for abuse than Schedule II, making choice B incorrect. Computerized cabinets typically automate counts, so E is not universally required.
Question 3 of 5
When you administer an antihypertensive medication at a dose within normal ranges, the patient's blood pressure drops to 84/60. This is a/an:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A drop in blood pressure to 84/60 is an adverse effect, as it is an unintended and potentially harmful response to the medication. Side effects are typically less severe, while allergic and anaphylactic reactions involve immune responses.
Question 4 of 5
A patient tells you that he is allergic to a muscle relaxer because it makes him sleep all day. You know that this is a common side effect of this medication. What action will you take?
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: The patient should be educated that excessive sleepiness is a side effect, not an allergy. However, it should still be documented in the chart with an explanation to clarify the reaction for future reference.
Question 5 of 5
A patient is taking a medication to lower cholesterol. You know that the patient needs more teaching about the medication when he says:
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Grapefruit can interact with many cholesterol-lowering medications (e.g., statins), affecting their metabolism and increasing side effects. The medication is for cholesterol, not blood pressure, indicating a misunderstanding.
Choices C and D are correct behaviors.