ATI LPN
Lpn pharmacology I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is providing medications to an adult patient with a history of advanced kidney disease. Which laboratory finding indicates that the dosages of medications may need to be decreased?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Creatinine levels are a key indicator of kidney function. A creatinine level of 8 mg/dL is significantly elevated, suggesting severe renal impairment. Medications that are excreted by the kidneys may need to be dosed lower or avoided altogether to prevent toxicity.
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
Which term means moving of the medication from the site of administration to the target organ?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Distribution refers to the process by which a drug is transported by the blood to the target organ or tissues after it is absorbed into the bloodstream.
Question 4 of 5
While shopping for an over-the-counter (OTC) cough suppressant, the nurse identifies that the medication will be classified as a:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: OTC cough suppressants are typically classified as non-scheduled medications because they are not considered controlled substances and do not require a prescription for purchase.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is working with a patient who has been taking medication for anxiety for several weeks and now reports that the medication doesn't seem to work anymore. The patient has stopped taking the medication, as it doesn't work. Which finding should the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Tolerance occurs when the body becomes accustomed to a drug, and higher doses are needed to achieve the same effect.