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ATI Capstone Pharmacology Assessment 2 Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Drugs may be excreted by any route in the body, except:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Saliva is not a common route for drug excretion. Drugs are primarily excreted from the body through various routes such as the kidneys (urine), lungs (exhaled air), gastrointestinal tract (feces), and tears (through the eyes). Saliva does not play a major role in drug excretion, as most drugs are not significantly eliminated through saliva.
Question 2 of 5
A 5-year-old African American patient has been admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit with pheochromocytoma. The physician has ordered phentolamine. The nurse knows that the other indication for phentolamine is what?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Phentolamine (Regitine) is used for the prevention of cell death and tissue sloughing after extravasation of intravenous norepinephrine or dopamine, and severe hypertension reactions caused by manipulation of the pheochromocytoma before and during surgery; diagnosis of pheochromocytoma. Phentolamine would not be indicated for treatment of migraine headaches, life-threatening arrhythmias, or heart failure. The nurse should understand the indications for phentolamine to ensure safe and effective administration.
Question 3 of 5
As you are preparing morning medications, the patient says, 'I have had loose stools all night long.' Your patient has scheduled docusate at 0900. What is the priority action?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Docusate is a stool softener used to prevent constipation. If the patient is already experiencing loose stools, administering docusate could exacerbate the condition, leading to diarrhea or dehydration. The nurse should hold the medication and inform the healthcare provider to reassess the need for docusate. Increasing the IV flow rate (C) or the dose (D) is inappropriate in this situation.
Question 4 of 5
Allopurinol (Zyloprim) is prescribed for a client for the treatment of gout. And the nurse is providing medication instructions. The nurse tells the client to?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Allopurinol should be taken with food to reduce gastrointestinal irritation. Limiting vitamin C intake is advised because it can increase uric acid levels, counteracting the drug's effects. A rash is not a normal side effect and may indicate a hypersensitivity reaction, requiring immediate medical attention. The therapeutic effects of allopurinol are not immediate and may take weeks to become apparent. Proper patient education is essential to ensure adherence and safety.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is giving dietary instructions to a client receiving levodopa. Which of the following food items should be avoided by the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Goat yogurt and other high-protein foods should be avoided when taking levodopa because protein can interfere with the absorption of the medication, reducing its effectiveness. Whole grain cereal, asparagus, and apples are not known to interact with levodopa. Therefore, goat yogurt is the food item to avoid.