ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology II Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client has been diagnosed with pancreatic insufficiency. Which treatment option does the nurse anticipate for this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Replacement therapy with pancreatic enzymes is the primary treatment for pancreatic insufficiency to aid digestion.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has asthma. The client asks the nurse how albuterol helps his breathing. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the response?
Correct Answer: A,E
Rationale: Albuterol, a bronchodilator, relieves wheezing and opens airways by relaxing bronchial smooth muscles. It does not reduce inflammation, increase mucus, or directly target coughing.
Question 3 of 5
Which type of laxative causes peristalsis by irritating the bowel?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stimulant laxatives, like bisacodyl, irritate the bowel lining to stimulate peristalsis, promoting bowel movements. Stool softeners moisten stool, saline/osmotic laxatives draw water into the intestines, and bulk-forming laxatives increase stool bulk without irritation.
Question 4 of 5
A client asks the nurse what ventilation is. What is the most appropriate response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ventilation is the mechanical process of moving air into and out of the lungs, encompassing both inhalation and exhalation. Other options describe parts of respiration or perfusion.
Question 5 of 5
Patients should be advised not to overuse laxatives, because the smooth muscle in the colon can lose its tone. What condition should the nurse warn the client can occur if this happens?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chronic constipation results from laxative overuse, as the colon becomes less responsive, leading to dependency.