ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology II Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The physician orders an albuterol nebulizer. What assessments should the nurse plan to complete after administering the albuterol?
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: Albuterol is a bronchodilator used to relieve bronchospasm. Monitoring respiratory rate, pulse, pulse oximetry, and lung sounds assesses the medication's effectiveness in improving airflow and oxygenation, and checks for adverse effects like tachycardia. Capillary refill and glucose are not directly related to albuterol's effects.
Question 2 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 the client for which of the following manifestations as an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Prolonged use of oxymetazoline can cause rebound nasal congestion (rhinitis medicamentosa), worsening symptoms. It does not typically cause sedation, constipation, or productive cough.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of four clients who have peptic ulcer disease. The nurse should identify that misoprostol (Cytotec) is contraindicated for which of the following clients?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Misoprostol is contraindicated in pregnancy due to its risk of causing uterine contractions and miscarriage. It is safe in kidney stones, UTIs, and osteoarthritis.
Question 5 of 5
After taking the medication guaifenesin (Mucinex), the client complains of coughing up phlegm. What is the best response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Coughing up phlegm is a normal effect of guaifenesin, which loosens mucus for expectoration.