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ATI Pharmacology NRSG 106 Fletcher Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A patient who has type 2 diabetes is scheduled for an oral endoscopy and has been NPO (nothing by mouth) since midnight. What is the best action by the nurse regarding the administration of her oral antidiabetic drugs?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Contacting the prescriber ensures safe management of antidiabetic drugs during NPO status, preventing hypo- or hyperglycemia, making option B the best action.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has benign prostatic hypertrophy and has a new prescription for finasteride. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Finasteride poses a risk of birth defects, so women, especially if pregnant, should avoid handling it to prevent absorption, making option B an essential instruction.
Question 3 of 5
The client with hyperparathyroidism is taking alendronate. Which statements by the client indicate an understanding of the proper way to take this medication? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: D,E
Rationale: Avoiding alcohol reduces bone loss risk, and sitting up for 30 minutes prevents esophageal irritation, indicating proper understanding of alendronate administration.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is receiving a telephone prescription for a client and documents it as metformin 500 mg PO BID. Which of the following elements should the nurse identify is missing from the prescription?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The prescription includes dosage (500 mg), route (PO), and frequency (BI
D), but 'metformin' is assumed and not explicitly stated, making the medication name the missing element.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer insulin intravenously. Which statement about the administration of intravenous insulin is true?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Only regular insulin is suitable for intravenous use due to its rapid onset and short duration, used in emergencies like diabetic ketoacidosis, making option B accurate.