ATI LPN
Lpn pharmacology I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse has received a verbal STAT order for a critical care patient from the health-care provider at 11:30 a.m. and is preparing to administer the medication. Which is the priority nursing action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: STAT orders are meant to be administered as quickly as possible to address critical conditions.
Question 2 of 5
The LPN/LVN is assisting in the care of a patient with metastatic cancer. The patient expresses feelings of hopelessness and frustration over the unavailability of effective medical therapy in the United States. Which information would the LPN/LVN provide to the patient regarding approval of drugs in the United states?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The FDA's approval process is rigorous and includes multiple phases of research to ensure a drug's safety and efficacy.
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
What does teratogenic refer to?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Teratogenic substances are those that can cause birth defects when a pregnant woman is exposed to them.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse has received a verbal STAT order for a critical care patient from the health-care provider at 11:30 a.m. and is preparing to administer the medication. Which is the priority nursing action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: STAT orders are meant to be administered as quickly as possible to address critical conditions.