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ATI Nurs 180 Pharmacology Quiz II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who recently traveled to a malaria-stricken country. The client is diagnosed with malaria and is prescribed chloroquine (Aralen). Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse educate the client regarding this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chloroquine is associated with retinal toxicity, which can cause vision changes or damage, necessitating regular eye exams. It is not linked to tumors, pancytopenia, or cancer.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has active pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) and a new prescription for rifampin. The nurse should instruct the client that they should expect which of the following clinical manifestations while taking this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rifampin causes orange discoloration of body fluids (urine, tears, sweat), which is harmless but should be explained to avoid alarm. It does not stain teeth, cause constipation, or result in white-colored stools.
Question 3 of 5
A client recently diagnosed with Iron deficiency Anemia is prescribed Ferrous Sulfate daily. Which of the following statements below is true regarding iron therapy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Liquid ferrous sulfate can stain teeth, so using a straw prevents discoloration. Iron is better absorbed on an empty stomach or with vitamin C, not at night specifically. Antacids and milk (containing calcium) reduce iron absorption.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has chronic renal disease and is receiving therapy with epoetin alfa. Which of the following laboratory results would the nurse assess for to determine therapeutic effectiveness?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Epoetin alfa stimulates red blood cell production, increasing hemoglobin and hematocrit levels, which are monitored to assess effectiveness in treating anemia associated with chronic renal disease. Clotting factors, leukocyte count, and liver function tests (ALT & AST) are not directly affected by epoetin alfa.
Question 5 of 5
2-month-old patient with current active infection. Being treated with neomycin. The nurse understands that neomycin may cause serious adverse effects such as
Correct Answer: A,F
Rationale: Neomycin, an aminoglycoside antibiotic, may cause ototoxicity, leading to hearing loss or balance issues, particularly in young children or with prolonged use. It can also disrupt gut flora, potentially causing pseudomembranous colitis due to Clostridioides difficile overgrowth. Constipation, hypercalcemia, thrombocytopenia, hypotrichosis, photosensitivity, and hyperpigmentation are not commonly associated with neomycin.