ATI LPN
LPN Pharmacology Texas University Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following medications is administered during an acute ST-elevation myocardial infarction and continued indefinitely after?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Aspirin prevents further clot formation in STEMI and is continued indefinitely. Morphine, heparin, and streptokinase are acute treatments only.
Question 2 of 5
A client is admitted to a hospital for treatment for first-time acute symptoms of mania. The nurse anticipates the provider will prescribe which of the following medications?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lithium is the standard treatment for acute mania. Diazepam, bupropion, and paroxetine are not indicated for this condition.
Question 3 of 5
The client, diagnosed with coronary artery disease and a recent myocardial infarction, is being discharged. The client has a medical prescription for nitroglycerin sublingual as needed. Which nursing instruction is correct?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sublingual nitroglycerin protocol: 1 tablet every 5 minutes up to 3, call 911 if pain persists. Swallowing, patching, or taking 3 at once are incorrect.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is the federal statute that regulates drugs and medications in Schedules I through V?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Controlled Substances Act (CS
A) governs the regulation of drugs in Schedules I-V based on abuse potential. CDC, HIPAA, and FDA have different roles.
Question 5 of 5
A client is taking a calcium channel blocker (CCB). The nurse knows to monitor for which of the following dangerous side effects of this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: CCBs can worsen heart failure by reducing cardiac contractility, a dangerous side effect. Drowsiness and headache are less severe, and hypertension is treated by CCBs.