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Introduction to Pharmacology ATI Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is he at risk for?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Patients who are immunocompromised due to organ transplant and subsequent immunosuppressive medications are at an increased risk of developing infections. The immunosuppressive medications weaken the immune system's ability to fight off pathogens, making the patient susceptible to various types of infections. Therefore, a patient who has received a kidney transplant is at risk for infections and should be monitored closely for any signs or symptoms of infection.
Question 2 of 5
Which drug is used to reverse the e昀昀ects of an opioid overdose?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Naloxone is the drug used to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. It is an opioid antagonist that rapidly binds to opioid receptors in the brain, displacing the opioid molecules. By blocking the receptor sites, naloxone can quickly reverse the effects of opioids, such as respiratory depression, sedation, and potential coma. Naloxone is a critical medication in opioid overdose situations as it can restore normal breathing and save a person's life. It is often available in the form of a nasal spray or injection for emergency use. It is essential for first responders, healthcare professionals, and individuals at risk of opioid overdose to have access to naloxone as part of overdose prevention and harm reduction strategies.
Question 3 of 5
An infant is prescribed nystatin (Mycostatin) for treatment of infant oral candidiasis, or thrush. Which information should the nurse provide to the infant's caregiver in regard to this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nystatin is used to treat oral thrush in infants, a fungal infection often linked to Candida albicans, which can be transmitted between mother and child during breastfeeding. The key instruction for the caregiver is that the breastfeeding mother may also need treatment to prevent reinfection, as Candida can persist on the mother's nipples. This addresses the infection's source comprehensively. Giving medication before feeding may reduce efficacy as milk washes it away too quickly. Water beforehand isn't necessary and could dilute the dose. Using a cotton swab is a technique but not the priority instruction compared to preventing recurrence. Since the correct answer includes multiple options (3, 5), and choice D aligns with the critical need to treat the mother, it's the focus here for its systemic impact on treatment success.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is he at risk for?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Patients who are immunocompromised due to organ transplant and subsequent immunosuppressive medications are at an increased risk of developing infections. The immunosuppressive medications weaken the immune system's ability to fight off pathogens, making the patient susceptible to various types of infections. Therefore, a patient who has received a kidney transplant is at risk for infections and should be monitored closely for any signs or symptoms of infection.
Question 5 of 5
A patient™s blood pressure elevates to 270/150 mm Hg, and a hypertensive emergency is obvious.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In a hypertensive emergency where a patient's blood pressure is extremely elevated (such as 270/150 mm Hg in this case), one of the medications commonly used is a titratable intravenous antihypertensive medication like nicardipine. The maximum dose of nicardipine that should be infused is typically guided by the patient's response to treatment and not a fixed duration of time. Therefore, the correct answer is B, as it highlights the importance of titrating the medication based on the patient's blood pressure response, rather than a specific time frame for infusion. Utilizing the drug at the lowest effective dose is crucial to avoid potential adverse effects, especially in a hypertensive emergency scenario.