ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pharm Quiz Final Questions
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Question 1 of 5
When beginning herbal products, the nurse understands that the best way to identify allergic or other adverse reactions is to have the client:
Correct Answer: Lower doses may not reveal reactions. Avoiding prescriptions isn't always necessary. Pharmacist consultation is good but not best for identification. One product at a time isolates reactions.
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Question 2 of 5
Four patients are due to receive their morning insulin and breakfast will be served in 15 minutes. Which patient should the nurse administer insulin to first?
Correct Answer: 90 mg/dL (NPH) and 70 mg/dL (aspart) are normal/low, less urgent. 120 mg/dL (NPH) is mildly high. 170 mg/dL with rapid-acting lispro needs priority due to significant elevation.
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Question 3 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 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: Misoprostol can induce labor or miscarriage, making it contraindicated in pregnancy. It's safe for osteoarthritis, UTIs, and kidney stones as it doesn't interact adversely with these conditions.
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Question 5 of 5
Which class of drugs is successful in treating an ulcer caused by H. pylori?
Correct Answer: Antacids relieve symptoms. H2 blockers and PPIs reduce acid but don't kill H. pylori. Antibiotics eradicate the bacteria, treating the ulcer's cause.
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