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ATI Nur 180 Pharmacology quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 18-year-old client who has recently been prescribed montelukast. Which statement made by the client indicates understanding of the newly prescribed medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Montelukast is a leukotriene receptor antagonist used for long-term asthma management and prevention of exercise-induced bronchoconstriction.
Question 2 of 5
A client who has been diagnosed with exercise-induced asthma is prescribed zafirlukast (Accolate). Which of the following adverse effects would the nurse inform the client regarding zafirlukast (Accolate)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Zafirlukast is associated with a risk of liver injury, requiring monitoring of liver function tests and awareness of symptoms like jaundice.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer albuterol to a client experiencing an acute asthma attack. Which medication on the client's medical record is a direct contraindication to albuterol administration?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Beta-blockers antagonize the bronchodilatory effects of albuterol, a beta-agonist, potentially worsening asthma symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing the medication record of a newly admitted client. Which of the following medications directly interacts with oxymetazoline (Afrin)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) can interact with oxymetazoline, potentially causing increased blood pressure due to enhanced vasoconstriction.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer acetylcysteine (Mucomyst) to a client with excessive respiratory secretions. Which of the following statements are correct regarding acetylcysteine (Mucomyst) (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: A: Acetylcysteine is used as an antidote for acetaminophen overdose. C: It has a characteristic sulfur-like odor resembling rotten eggs.