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ATI Pharmacology II Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
........................are the most effective drugs for controlling severe diarrhea.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Antidiarrheals like loperamide slow intestinal motility, reducing severe diarrhea. Other drug classes are less effective for this purpose.
Question 2 of 5
In the plan of care, the most important intervention for a patient experiencing shock is assessing:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Blood pressure is critical in shock as it reflects tissue perfusion. Low blood pressure indicates inadequate organ perfusion, requiring immediate intervention.
Question 3 of 5
Patients should be advised not to overuse laxatives, because the smooth muscle in the colon can lose its tone. What condition should the nurse warn the client can occur if this happens?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Overuse of laxatives can lead to chronic constipation by reducing colon muscle tone, causing dependency and decreased natural bowel function.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has been taking oxymetazoline (Afrin) nasal spray for the past 10 days for allergic rhinitis. The nurse should monitor client for which of the following manifestations as an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oxymetazoline overuse leads to rebound congestion, worsening nasal congestion. It does not cause sedation, constipation, or productive cough.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a school-age child who has asthma. Which of the following medications should the nurse instruct the child to use to abort an ongoing attack?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Albuterol, a short-acting beta agonist, rapidly relieves acute asthma symptoms by relaxing airway muscles. Montelukast, fluticasone, and cromolyn are maintenance medications, not suitable for aborting an ongoing attack.