ATI LPN
Lpn pharmacology I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An oncology patient is admitted to the nursing unit under hospice care Which medication should the nurse anticipate that the health-care provider will order?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Palliative therapy is the correct approach in hospice care, focusing on relieving symptoms and improving the quality of life for patients with terminal conditions.
Question 2 of 5
A group of student nurses are reviewing the process of drug development. Which statement best identifies the concept of a placebo?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A placebo is an inactive substance that has no therapeutic effect, used to compare against the active drug in clinical trials.
Question 3 of 5
While caring for a patient with a history of hypothyroidism, the nurse expects which of the following medications to be included in the patient's medication list?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The treatment for hypothyroidism involves replacing the deficient thyroid hormone with synthetic hormones like levothyroxine.
Question 4 of 5
While caring for a patient scheduled for knee replacement surgery, the nurse provides cefazolin(antibiotic) as ordered 30 minutes preoperatively. Which statement indicates that teaching has been effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cefazolin is given prophylactically to reduce the risk of postoperative infection.
Question 5 of 5
A patient has experienced an upset stomach from a medication taken previously and is concerned about the possibility of additional side effects. What is the best nursing response?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This response acknowledges the patient's concern, provides reassurance, and offers the possibility of managing the side effects if they occur again. It balances the patient's worry with practical information.