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Pharmacology Across the Lifespan ATI Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
The potency of inhaled anesthetics is defined as the minimum alveolar concentration. Five anesthetic gases are infused into 2-kg rats denoted as gas A through gas E with the MACs noted. Which of the following gases would likely be nitrous oxide?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 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 for constipation. If the patient has loose stools (diarrhea), administering it could worsen the condition. Increasing IV fluids or the dose is inappropriate without addressing the diarrheThe priority is to hold the medication and inform the provider to reassess the patient’s needs and prevent harm.
Question 3 of 5
You are managing a stable middle-aged adult with emphysema. In addition to reinforcing smoking cessation and medication schedules which annual intervention will you recommend?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV23). This vaccine is recommended for adults with chronic lung conditions like emphysema to prevent pneumococcal infections. It helps in reducing the risk of pneumonia and its complications. Rationale: 1. PPSV23 is specifically indicated for adults with chronic medical conditions, including emphysema. 2. Emphysema puts the individual at a higher risk for respiratory infections, including pneumococcal infections. 3. PPSV23 provides protection against pneumococcal bacteria, which is a common cause of pneumonia. 4. Administering PPSV23 annually helps maintain immunity and reduces the likelihood of pneumococcal infections in high-risk individuals. Summary: B: Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV13) is primarily recommended for children, not for stable middle-aged adults with emphysema. C: Quadrivalent inactivated
Question 4 of 5
Which of these medications orders are complete? Select all that apply
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rationale: Choice B, "Multivitamin," is the only complete medication order as it provides the medication name along with the route and dose. Option A is missing the frequency, Choice C lacks the route, dose, and frequency details, and Option D is missing the duration of treatment. Therefore, only Choice B is a complete medication order.
Question 5 of 5
A patient has been diagnosed with strep throat and needs a prescription for an antibiotic. The patient stated that the last time he took penicillin, he developed a red, blotchy rash. An appropriate antibiotic to prescribe would be:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Azithromycin. Azithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic, which is an alternative to penicillin for patients with a penicillin allergy. It is effective against strep throat and does not cross-react with penicillin allergies. Azithromycin is a safe and appropriate choice for this patient. A: Penicillin VK is not appropriate for a patient with a known penicillin allergy, as it may cause a similar allergic reaction. C: Amoxicillin is also a penicillin-based antibiotic and may lead to a similar allergic reaction in a patient with a penicillin allergy. D: Cefadroxil is a cephalosporin antibiotic, which is structurally related to penicillin and can cross-react with penicillin allergies. It would not be a suitable choice for this patient.