ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Final Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the mechanism of action of antidiarrheal drugs. Which type of antidiarrheal medication works by decreasing the intestinal muscle tone and peristalsis of the intestines?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Anticholinergics reduce intestinal tone and peristalsis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has seizures and a new prescription for phenytoin. Which of the following information should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Alcohol interacts with phenytoin leading to CNS depression.
Question 3 of 5
A client has excessive and painful gas. The nurse checks the client's medication orders and prepares to administer which drug for this problem?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Simethicone facilitates removal of gas by reducing the surface tension of gas bubbles.
Question 4 of 5
A client is receiving an aluminum-containing antacid. The nurse will inform the client to watch for which possible adverse effect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Aluminum-containing antacids cause constipation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about Vancomycin with a client who has an infection. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Vancomycin is ototoxic, and changes in hearing should be reported.