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NCLEX Questions Medication Administration Questions
Question 1 of 5
Many medications can be used for more than one problem. For instance, aspirin can be used for headaches, high body temperature and:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Aspirin has anticoagulant properties, reducing clotting risk, alongside pain and fever relief.
Question 2 of 5
A harmless side effect of iron preparations for anemia (low red blood cell count) is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Iron commonly causes dark stools, a benign effect of its metabolism.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is commonly used to treat a cough?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dextromethorphan is a common antitussive for cough relief.
Question 4 of 5
Baclofen (Lioresal), Benztropin (Cogentin), and Carisoprodol (Soma) are used to treat:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: These are muscle relaxants or anticholinergics for spasms.
Question 5 of 5
The physician may order a drug by its ____ name.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Physicians can use trade, brand, or generic names interchangeably.