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ATI Pharmacology II Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching a client who has peptic ulcer disease and is starting therapy with sucralfate. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sucralfate forms a protective barrier over ulcers and is most effective when taken 1 hour before meals on an empty stomach. It is not for pain relief, does not require refrigeration, and should not be taken with antacids.
Question 2 of 5
After administering an inotropic medication to a patient in shock, the nurse monitors the patient for signs of:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Inotropic medications increase cardiac contractility, so the nurse monitors for increased cardiac output, indicating improved perfusion.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is being treated for peptic ulcer disease. Which medication should the client be taught to avoid?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: NSAIDs like ibuprofen can irritate the stomach lining, worsening peptic ulcers. H2-receptor blockers, antacids, and PPIs aid in treatment.
Question 4 of 5
The physician orders an albuterol nebulizer. What assessments should the nurse plan to complete after administering the albuterol?
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: Albuterol is a bronchodilator used to relieve bronchospasm. Monitoring respiratory rate, pulse, pulse oximetry, and lung sounds assesses the medication's effectiveness in improving airflow and oxygenation, and checks for adverse effects like tachycardia. Capillary refill and glucose are not directly related to albuterol's effects.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse explains to the client why inhalation medications work rapidly. What should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: Inhalation medications work rapidly due to the lungs' large surface area, concentrated dosing in a small area, and rich blood supply, facilitating quick absorption.