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ATI NUR 229 Pharmacology Test 1 OEK Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who is experiencing status asthmaticus. Which of the following interventions is the priority for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In status asthmaticus, a life-threatening asthma exacerbation, administering a short-acting beta-2 agonist like albuterol is the priority to relieve bronchospasm and improve airflow.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who asks how albuterol helps his breathing. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Albuterol, a short-acting beta-2 agonist, relaxes bronchial smooth muscles, opening airways and preventing wheezing. It does not directly reduce coughing, stimulate mucus, or reduce inflammation.
Question 3 of 5
When using the antitussive Benzonatate, also known as Tessalon Pearls, it is very important to teach the patient to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Benzonatate capsules must be swallowed whole to avoid local anesthesia in the mouth, which can cause choking. Chewing or crushing releases the drug improperly.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has asthma about how to use an albuterol inhaler. Which of the following actions by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Holding the breath for 10 seconds after inhaling albuterol allows the medication to reach deep into the lungs, maximizing effectiveness. Other actions reflect incorrect inhaler technique.
Question 5 of 5
A pregnant patient asks the nurse if she can take antihistamines for seasonal allergies during her pregnancy. What will the nurse tell the patient?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Second-generation antihistamines like loratadine are preferred in pregnancy due to lower sedation and side effects compared to first-generation ones. Safety isn't fully clear, and they're not contraindicated.