ATI RN
ATI RN Pharmacology Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A patient with frequent tension headaches asks the nurse about over-the-counter remedies. The nurse knows that Excedrin combines which of the following active ingredients to address pain, inflammation, and increased vascular tone associated with headaches?
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Rationale: The correct answer is A: Aspirin, acetaminophen, and caffeine. Aspirin and acetaminophen are both analgesics that help relieve pain associated with headaches. Aspirin also has anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce inflammation commonly associated with tension headaches. Caffeine is a vasoconstrictor, which can help reduce the vasodilation and vascular tone that contribute to headaches. Ibuprofen and naproxen (choice
B) are also NSAIDs that can help with pain and inflammation, but they are not included in Excedrin. Loratadine (choices C and
D) is an antihistamine used for allergies and does not address pain, inflammation, or vascular tone associated with headaches.
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