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ATI Nur 180 Pharmacology quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for dextromethorphan. The nurse should instruct the client to monitor for which of the following adverse effects when taking dextromethorphan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ataxia, or impaired coordination, is a notable adverse effect of dextromethorphan, especially at higher doses, and clients should monitor for dizziness or coordination issues.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of asthma. Which of the following medications should the nurse instruct the client to use when experiencing an acute asthma attack?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Albuterol, a short-acting beta-agonist, provides rapid relief of bronchospasm during an acute asthma attack by relaxing airway muscles.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for dextromethorphan. The nurse should instruct the client to monitor for which of the following adverse effects when taking dextromethorphan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ataxia, or impaired coordination, is a notable adverse effect of dextromethorphan, especially at higher doses, and clients should monitor for dizziness or coordination issues.
Question 4 of 5
A client currently taking ipratropium (Atrovent) presents to the healthcare setting for reevaluation of his current asthma status. Which of the following statements apply to ipratropium (Atrovent)? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: B,D,E,F
Rationale: B: Ipratropium blocks acetylcholine receptors, causing bronchodilation. D: It contains soy lecithin, contraindicated for soybean allergies. E: Urinary retention is a side effect due to anticholinergic properties. F: It is used for asthma and COPD management.
Question 5 of 5
When caring for a client with an upper respiratory infection (URI), the nurse is notified the client is taking guaifenesin (Mucinex). What is the mechanism of action of guaifenesin (Mucinex)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Guaifenesin acts as an expectorant, promoting the clearance of mucus from the airways by loosening bronchial secretions. This facilitates easier expectoration of mucus, helping to relieve chest congestion associated with upper respiratory infections.