NCLEX-PN
Pharmacology Questions NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adult client is seen in the clinic, and sulfisoxazole (Gantrisin) is prescribed. Which information is most appropriate for the nurse to include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sulfisoxazole causes photosensitivity; avoiding sun exposure is critical to prevent skin reactions.
Question 2 of 5
The client diagnosed with asthma is prescribed the mast cell inhibitor cromolyn. Which statement by the client indicates the need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cromolyn is a prophylactic, not rescue, medication for asthma; using it during wheezing indicates misunderstanding. Pre-exercise use, breath-holding, and rinsing (though less critical) are correct.
Question 3 of 5
A woman who is taking cortisone for an acute exacerbation of rheumatoid arthritis is upset about the fat face she has developed. She says to the nurse, 'I'm going to quit taking that cortisone.' The nurse's response should be based on which understanding?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Abrupt discontinuation of cortisone can cause adrenal insufficiency; tapering is required to prevent complications.
Question 4 of 5
An adult is scheduled for a left cataract extraction. Homatropine and Cyclogyl eye drops are ordered. What is the expected action of these drops?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Homatropine and Cyclogyl are mydriatics, dilating the pupil to facilitate cataract surgery.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assigned to perform well-child assessments at a day care center. A staff member interrupts the examinations to ask for assistance. They find a crying 3 year-old child on the floor with mouth wide open and gums bleeding. Two unlabeled open bottles lie nearby. The nurse's first action should be
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: ask the staff about the contents of the bottles. The nurse needs to assess what the child ingested before determining the next action. Once the substance is identified, the poison control center and emergency response team should be called.