NCLEX-PN
Pharmacology Questions NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
The 38-year-old client with chronic asthma is prescribed a leukotriene receptor antagonist. Which is the scientific rationale for administering this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Leukotriene receptor antagonists (e.g., montelukast) are prophylactic, reducing inflammation to control asthma. They don’t cure, stabilize mast cells, or directly dilate bronchioles.
Question 3 of 5
The HCP ordered an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor for the client diagnosed with a myocardial infarction. Which statement best explains the rationale for administering this medication to this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: ACE inhibitors reduce afterload and prevent ventricular remodeling, lowering CHF risk post-MI, per ACC/AHA guidelines. BP, contractility, or atherosclerosis are secondary.
Question 4 of 5
The client in the intensive care department has a nasogastric tube for continuous feedings. The nurse is preparing to administer nifedipine (Procardia XL) via the N/G tube. Which procedure should the nurse follow?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Procardia XL is extended-release and cannot be crushed or given via NG tube; HCP notification is needed for an alternative form.
Question 5 of 5
An 80 year-old client is admitted with a diagnosis of malnutrition. In addition to physical assessments, which of the following lab tests should be closely monitored?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Serum albumin. Serum albumin is a valuable indicator of protein deficiency and, later, nutritional status in adults. A normal reading for an elder's serum albumin is between 3.0-5.0 g/dl.