ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Final Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A gardener needs a decongestant because of seasonal allergy problems and asks the nurse whether he should take an oral form or a nasal spray. Which of these is a benefit of orally administered decongestants?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Oral decongestants do not cause rebound congestion, unlike nasal sprays.
Question 2 of 5
A client has excessive and painful gas. The nurse checks the client's medication orders and prepares to administer which drug for this problem?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Simethicone facilitates removal of gas by reducing the surface tension of gas bubbles.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the indications for atropine sulfate. Which of these clients is appropriate for atropine? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: A. Atropine sulfate reduces the production of bronchial secretions, facilitating intubation. D. Atropine blocks parasympathetic impulses to manage bradycardia.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has asthma and a new prescription for inhaled beclomethasone. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rinsing the mouth after inhaled corticosteroids prevents oral thrush.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is administering intravenous vancomycin to a client who has had gastrointestinal surgery. Which nursing measures are appropriate? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: B. Slow infusion of vancomycin is key to avoid flush reactions. C. Normal trough levels for vancomycin are 10-20mcg/ml- 24mcg/ml increases risk of toxicity. D. Monitoring serum creatinine monitors for renal damage. E. Vancomycin can cause hearing loss and clients should be advised any early signs of ototoxicity such as ear fullness.