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ATI NUR 229 Pharmacology Test 1 OEK Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
A nurse is evaluating teaching a client who has a new prescription for montelukast to treat asthma. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Montelukast is taken once daily, typically in the evening, for asthma maintenance. It's oral, not inhaled, and not for acute attacks, so rinsing or using a spacer is unnecessary.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for codeine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Codeine, an opioid, can cause dizziness and orthostatic hypotension. Changing positions slowly reduces fall risk. Diarrhea is not typical, alcohol should be avoided entirely, and taking with food may reduce nausea.
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: Beclomethasone, an inhaled corticosteroid, can cause oral thrush. Rinsing the mouth after use reduces this risk. Other options are not relevant to its administration.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new diagnosis of asthma. Which of the following medications should the nurse instruct the client to use to abort an acute asthma attack?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Albuterol, a short-acting beta-2 agonist, rapidly relieves bronchospasm, making it the go-to medication for acute asthma attacks. Others are for long-term control.