ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharm Quiz Final Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The risk for physical and psychological dependence is high from which class of medications, which is rarely used to treat insomnia or anxiety?
Correct Answer: Barbiturates have high dependence risk and are rarely used for insomnia/anxiety due to safer alternatives like benzodiazepines. NSAIDs, benzodiazepines, and SSRIs don't fit this profile.
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Question 2 of 5
The nurse has an order to administer U-500 Humulin R insulin 10 units. How many units should the nurse draw up when administering this insulin?
Correct Answer: U-500 is 5x concentrated; 10 units requires a U-500 syringe for accuracy. Other options misalign syringe type or dose.
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Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has deep vein thrombosis. The client has been receiving IV heparin for the past 5 days and now has a new prescription for oral warfarin in addition to the heparin. The client asks the nurse if both medications are necessary. Which of the following is an appropriate response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: Heparin and warfarin prevent clot growth, not dissolution. No enhancement occurs. Heparin bridges until warfarin's therapeutic level is reached, typically 3 days.
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Question 4 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: Guaifenesin is an expectorant that loosens mucus, making coughing up phlegm a normal response. It's not indicative of more pathology, an allergic reaction, or a need for investigation unless symptoms worsen unusually.
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Question 5 of 5
A student nurse is studying drugs for anxiety and insomnia. Which of the following should be avoided as they counteract anxiolytics and sedatives and may worsen anxiety symptoms?
Correct Answer: Coffee, tea, and chocolate contain caffeine, a stimulant that counteracts anxiolytics/sedatives and may worsen anxiety.
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