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Fundamentals of Nursing Medication Administration Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The function of the pulmonary system is to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The pulmonary system oxygenates blood for the body.
Question 2 of 5
The function of the Renal System includes:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The renal system regulates water and electrolyte balance.
Question 3 of 5
Nebulizer kits for medication administration must be changed:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Changing every 72 hours with cleaning maintains hygiene.
Question 4 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 treat constipation. If the patient is already experiencing loose stools, administering docusate could worsen the condition, potentially leading to dehydration or electrolyte imbalance. The priority action is to hold the medication and inform the healthcare provider for further evaluation and adjustment of the treatment plan. Choice B risks exacerbating the patient's condition. Choices C and D are inappropriate as they do not address the current symptom and could worsen the situation.
Question 5 of 5
A patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus asks the nurse how metformin decreases blood sugar. What is the best response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Metformin primarily lowers blood sugar by decreasing hepatic glucose production (Choice A), especially during fasting states, and improves insulin sensitivity. It does not increase insulin resistance (B), block carbohydrate absorption (C, which describes alpha-glucosidase inhibitors), or stimulate insulin release (D, which describes sulfonylureas).