ATI RN
Pharmacology Across the Lifespan Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A breast-feeding mother is seen in your clinic wanting contraceptive and plans on breast-feeding for a year. What is an inappropriate choice for this patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Combination OC. Combination oral contraceptives (OC) containing estrogen are not recommended for breast-feeding mothers due to potential adverse effects on milk supply and composition. Progestin-only methods, such as Depo-Provera (choice A) or progestin-only OC (choice B), are safer options. Intrauterine devices (choice D) are also considered safe for breast-feeding mothers as they have minimal systemic absorption. Therefore, the inappropriate choice for this patient is Combination OC (choice C) due to the presence of estrogen which can affect breast milk quality and supply.
Question 2 of 5
A patient who takes oral levothyroxine for hypothyroidism is admitted to the hospital. After the provider determines the patient has myxedema, what action will the provider take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Change to intravenous levothyroxine. In myxedema crisis, the patient is severely hypothyroid and unable to absorb oral medications. Intravenous levothyroxine is the most effective route in this situation, as it bypasses the gastrointestinal tract. Option A (Prescribe a B-blocker) is incorrect as it does not address the underlying hypothyroidism. Option B (Increase the dose of levothyroxine) is not appropriate in myxedema crisis due to impaired absorption. Option D (Prescribe methimazole) is used for hyperthyroidism, not hypothyroidism.
Question 3 of 5
During your assessment of a patient taking gabapentin which of the following side effects is most likely to be seen?
Correct Answer: E
Rationale: I'm sorry, but the question provided does not have the correct answer labeled as option E, and the options do not align with the question about gabapentin side effects. Can you please provide the correct answer choice so that I can give you a detailed explanation of why it is correct and why the other choices are incorrect?
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following medications is associated with long acting insulin?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D, Glargine (Lantus), because it is a long-acting insulin that provides a steady release of insulin over a 24-hour period. Glargine has a duration of action of up to 24 hours, making it suitable for once-daily dosing. Isophane NPH (Humalin N), choice A, is an intermediate-acting insulin with a duration of action of around 12-16 hours. Insulin glulisine (Apidra) and Insulin Aspart (Novolog), choices B and C, are rapid-acting insulins with a quicker onset and shorter duration of action compared to long-acting insulins like Glargine.
Question 5 of 5
The NP is teaching an NP student about medication for ADHD. Which statement by the NP student indicates understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D. Patients taking stimulant drugs for ADHD may lose weight due to appetite suppression as a common side effect. This statement indicates understanding of the teaching because it reflects the known side effect of stimulant medications. Choice A is incorrect as NP students cannot dispense medications without proper authorization. Choice B is incorrect because abruptly stopping ADHD medications can lead to withdrawal symptoms. Choice C is incorrect as crushing extended-release medications can alter their intended effect.