ATI LPN
Lpn pharmacology I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following are considered Schedule II drugs by the DEA?
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: Ritalin (methylphenidate), cocaine, and hydrocodone are Schedule II drugs due to their high potential for abuse and accepted medical use. Ketamine is Schedule III, and methaqualone is Schedule I.
Question 2 of 5
Antagonist medications typically are considered?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Antagonist medications block the action of other substances, typically by binding to receptors without activating them, thus preventing other substances from binding.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse from the adult medical unit is pulled to the geriatric unit. The nurse notes that many of the common medications provided are in lower doses than typically prescribed. What action by the nurse is the highest priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lower dosages are often prescribed for older adults due to decreased liver and kidney function, which can affect drug metabolism and excretion. Evaluating lab values ensures that these dosages are appropriate and safe.
Question 4 of 5
Which term means moving of the medication from the site of administration to the target organ?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Distribution refers to the process by which a drug is transported by the blood to the target organ or tissues after it is absorbed into the bloodstream.
Question 5 of 5
When providing medications from floor stock to a patient on the Alzheimer's unit of a long-term care facility, the nurse demonstrates the principle of drug administration by performing which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This option correctly follows the 'three checks' principle: when removing the medication from the cabinet, after pouring the dose, and when replacing the bottle. This ensures that the right medication is given in the correct dose.