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Chapter 14 Drugs for the Reproductive System Questions
Question 1 of 5
Progesterone administration:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Progesterone administration suppresses menstruation by maintaining the endometrial lining. It inhibits the shedding of the endometrium, postponing the onset of menstruation. Choice B and D are incorrect as progesterone thickens cervical mucus and promotes glandular activity, not watery secretions. Progesterone does not sensitize the uterus to oxytocin (Choice C).
Question 2 of 5
One of the most important patient education for a patient receiving CNS stimulants is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Drug interactions. When a patient receives CNS stimulants, it's crucial to educate them about potential drug interactions to prevent adverse effects or reduced efficacy. This information helps ensure the safe and effective use of the medication. Proper storage of drugs (A) is important but not as critical as understanding drug interactions. A low-sodium diet (B) and light to moderate exercises (C) are generally not directly related to CNS stimulant use and are not the most important patient education in this context.
Question 3 of 5
Hormonal agents are used to treat some cancers. An example of these drugs would be:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D, Estrogen antagonists to treat breast cancer. Estrogen antagonists, such as tamoxifen, are used in the treatment of hormone receptor-positive breast cancer by blocking the effects of estrogen on cancer cells. Thyroxine (A) is used to treat hypothyroidism, not thyroid cancer. ACTH (B) is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland and is not used to treat adrenal carcinoma. Choice C is blank, so it is not a valid option. Estrogen antagonists are specifically designed to target hormone-driven breast cancer cells, making them an effective treatment option.
Question 4 of 5
An emergency room nurse is observing a 22 year old client who has been using opiods. The following symptoms will be an indication of overdose:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Pupillary dilation and hypertensive crisis. Pupillary dilation is a hallmark sign of opioid overdose due to sympathetic nervous system stimulation. Hypertensive crisis can occur as a result of sympathetic overstimulation. Constricted pupils and hypotension (choice A) are seen in opioid use but not overdose. Tachypnea and vomiting (choice B) are common in opioid overdose but not specific indicators. Tremors and ataxia (choice D) are not typical signs of opioid overdose.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse understands the differences between drug excretion in children and that in adults. With this knowledge, what does the nurse consider when administering drugs to children?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because children tend to have slower excretion of drugs compared to adults due to their immature renal and hepatic function. This can lead to drug accumulation in their system, which increases the risk of toxicity. Therefore, the nurse must prioritize assessing for signs of drug accumulation when administering medications to children. Choice A is incorrect because not all children require higher doses of drugs; dosing is based on factors such as weight and age. Choice B is incomplete. Choice C is incorrect as children may not always excrete drugs rapidly; it depends on the drug and the child's individual factors.