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ATI Nur 180 Pharmacology quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client currently taking ipratropium (Atrovent) presents to the healthcare setting for reevaluation of his current asthma status. Which of the following statements apply to ipratropium (Atrovent)? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: B,D,E,F
Rationale: B: Ipratropium blocks acetylcholine receptors, causing bronchodilation. D: It contains soy lecithin, contraindicated for soybean allergies. E: Urinary retention is a side effect due to anticholinergic properties. F: It is used for asthma and COPD management.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client currently taking oxymetazoline. Which of the following statements should the nurse include regarding oxymetazoline?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oxymetazoline is a topical nasal decongestant that can lead to rebound congestion if used for more than three consecutive days. This condition, known as rhinitis medicamentosa, can worsen nasal congestion rather than alleviate it, making it crucial for clients to adhere to this guideline.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 18-year-old client who has recently been prescribed montelukast. Which statement made by the client indicates understanding of the newly prescribed medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist used for long-term asthma management and prevention of exercise-induced bronchoconstriction.
Question 4 of 5
A client who has been diagnosed with exercise-induced asthma is prescribed zafirlukast (Accolate). Which of the following adverse effects would the nurse inform the client regarding zafirlukast (Accolate)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Zafirlukast is associated with a risk of liver injury, requiring monitoring of liver function tests and awareness of symptoms like jaundice.
Question 5 of 5
When caring for a client with an upper respiratory infection (URI), the nurse is notified the client is taking guaifenesin (Mucinex). What is the mechanism of action of guaifenesin (Mucinex)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Guaifenesin acts as an expectorant, promoting the clearance of mucus from the airways by loosening bronchial secretions. This facilitates easier expectoration of mucus, helping to relieve chest congestion associated with upper respiratory infections.