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Drugs Affecting the Female Reproductive System Quizlet Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer an ophthalmic drug to a newborn. Education for the parents includes which fact about the drug?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Step-by-step rationale for why answer D is correct: 1. The drug is given to prevent congenital ophthalmic diseases, emphasizing its importance. 2. Providing education to parents about the preventive nature of the drug helps them understand its purpose. 3. Administering the drug is crucial for the newborn's eye health, as congenital ophthalmic diseases can have serious consequences. Summary: A: Incorrect - Not all infants born preterm necessarily receive ophthalmic drugs. B: Incorrect - Eye ointments are typically administered in the lower conjunctival sac, not the bottom of the eye. C: Incorrect - Incomplete statement, lacking information about the drug's purpose. D: Correct - Emphasizes the preventive nature of the drug and its importance in preventing congenital ophthalmic diseases.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is counseling a 62-year-old patient with a T score of −2.0 after her dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry scan. What is the best advice for this patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because the patient has osteoporosis with a T score of -2.0, indicating a higher risk of fractures. Calcium and vitamin D supplementation are essential for bone health. The recommended daily intake is 1200 mg of calcium and 600 IU of vitamin D. This combination helps improve bone density and reduce fracture risk. Choice A is incorrect as it lacks the necessary vitamin D component. Choice B is incorrect as swimming and cycling are not weight-bearing exercises that help improve bone density. Choice C may be considered in severe cases but is not the first-line recommendation for a T score of -2.0.
Question 3 of 5
A patient has just begun taking calcitriol. Which nursing implication would the nurse do?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rationale: B: Monitoring serum calcium levels is crucial when a patient starts taking calcitriol to prevent hypercalcemia or hypocalcemia. This is because calcitriol regulates calcium absorption. Weight monitoring (A) may not be directly related. Teaching side effects (C) is important but not specific to calcitriol.
Question 4 of 5
Antidiabetic drugs are designed to control signs and symptoms of diabetes mellitus. The nurse primarily expects a decrease in which?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Blood glucose. Antidiabetic drugs work by lowering blood glucose levels, which is the primary goal in managing diabetes. By decreasing blood glucose, these drugs help to prevent complications associated with high blood sugar levels. Fat metabolism (B), glycogen storage (C), and protein mobilization (D) are not the primary targets of antidiabetic drugs. While they may be influenced indirectly, the main focus is on regulating blood glucose levels to maintain optimal health in individuals with diabetes.
Question 5 of 5
A patient is taking nitrofurantoin. What will the nurse teach the patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because rinsing the mouth after taking oral nitrofurantoin helps prevent staining of the teeth. Nitrofurantoin can cause teeth discoloration, so rinsing the mouth is essential to minimize this side effect. Choice A is incorrect because nitrofurantoin does not affect urine color. Choice C is incorrect because maintaining acidic urine is not necessary for nitrofurantoin therapy. Choice B is irrelevant as it is incomplete.