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ATI Endocrine Pharmacology Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
What category class is the drug Senna?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Laxative. Senna is classified as a laxative due to its mechanism of action in stimulating bowel movements. Senna contains compounds that act on the colon to increase fluid secretion and promote peristalsis, aiding in relieving constipation. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect. B: Anti-Ulcer drugs like proton pump inhibitors or H2 blockers are used to treat ulcers by reducing stomach acid production. C: ACE inhibitors are used to treat high blood pressure by blocking an enzyme that constricts blood vessels. D: Benzodiazepines are a class of drugs used to treat anxiety, insomnia, and seizures by enhancing the effects of the neurotransmitter GABA.
Question 2 of 5
Thick, viscid, adhesive liquids made by dispersing gum in water
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: mucilage. Mucilage refers to thick, viscid, adhesive liquids made by dispersing gum in water. Effervescent (A) means producing bubbles in a liquid, not related to gum dispersion. Spirits (C) are alcoholic beverages, unrelated to the given description. Collyria (D) are eye lotions, not related to the characteristics described. Therefore, B is the correct choice.
Question 3 of 5
Morphine:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: None of the above. Rationale: 1. Morphine is effective when given through various routes, not just subcutaneously. 2. The route of administration can affect the onset of action, with oral administration having a slower onset compared to intravenous. 3. Therefore, morphine is not only effective subcutaneously, can have varying effectiveness based on the route, and does not have a faster onset when administered orally. Summary: A is incorrect as morphine is effective through multiple routes. B is incorrect as the route of administration can impact effectiveness. C is incorrect as oral administration typically results in a slower onset of action.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is administering doxorubicin to a patient in the outpatient oncology clinic. Which information would be most important for the nurse to include in patient teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rationale: Option C is correct because doxorubicin is known to cause cardiotoxicity. Symptoms like shortness of breath, palpitations, and edema could indicate heart-related issues and need immediate medical attention to prevent serious complications. Summary of other choices: A: Incorrect. Doxorubicin commonly causes bone marrow suppression leading to low blood counts. B: Incorrect. Alopecia (hair loss) is a common side effect of doxorubicin. D: Incorrect. Tissue necrosis is not a typical side effect of doxorubicin.
Question 5 of 5
An unresponsive patient who was brought to the emergency department has been reportedly taking alprazolam for a severe anxiety disorder after the mother's death. Knowing this history, which drug would the nurse anticipate administering?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Flumazenil. Flumazenil is a benzodiazepine receptor antagonist used to reverse the effects of benzodiazepine overdose, such as alprazolam. In this case, the patient's unresponsiveness is likely due to alprazolam overdose, so administering flumazenil would help reverse its effects. A: Mannitol is a diuretic used to reduce intracranial pressure in conditions like cerebral edema. B: Naloxone is an opioid receptor antagonist used to reverse opioid overdose. C: Activated charcoal is used to absorb ingested toxins in cases of poisoning, not for benzodiazepine overdose.