ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Final Exam I Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A client presents to the healthcare setting with a diagnosis of emphysema. Which of the following medications would be contraindicated with the client's allergy to soybeans?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Ipratropium bromide (Atrovent). Ipratropium bromide is an anticholinergic medication commonly used to treat emphysema. It is contraindicated in individuals with soybean allergy as the medication contains soy lecithin as an excipient. Soybean allergy can lead to an allergic reaction when exposed to soy-derived products.
Therefore, it is crucial to avoid medications containing soy-based ingredients to prevent an adverse reaction in patients with soybean allergy.
Summary of why other choices are incorrect:
B: Albuterol - Albuterol does not contain soybean derivatives and is not contraindicated in individuals with soybean allergy.
C: Methylprednisolone - Methylprednisolone does not contain soybean derivatives and is not contraindicated in individuals with soybean allergy.
D: Montelukast - Montelukast does not contain soybean derivatives and
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