NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Pharmacology Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The use of atropine for treatment of symptomatic bradycardia is contraindicated for a client with which of the following conditions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Glaucoma. Atropine is contraindicated in clients with angle-closure glaucoma because it can cause pupillary dilation with an increase in aqueous humor, leading to a resultant increase in optic pressure.
Question 2 of 5
The provider has ordered daily high doses of aspirin for a client with rheumatoid arthritis. The nurse instructs the client to discontinue the medication and contact the provider if which of the following symptoms occur?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ringing in the ears. Aspirin stimulates the central nervous system which may result in ringing in the ears.
Question 3 of 5
The LPN is administering 0800 medications to clients on a medical floor. Which action by the LPN would warrant immediate intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sliding-scale insulin is given subcutaneously, not IM; this error warrants intervention to prevent improper absorption. Scoring, ID checks, or timing are less critical.
Question 4 of 5
A client is receiving erythromycin 500 mg IV every 6 hours to treat a pneumonia. Which of the following is the most common side effect of the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nausea and vomiting. Nausea is a common side-effect of erythromycin in both oral and intravenous forms.
Question 5 of 5
When administering eye drops, the nurse should administer the drops into which location?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Eye drops are administered into the conjunctival sac to ensure proper distribution and minimize corneal irritation.