ati pharm proctored exam, ATI Pharmacology Proctor 2019
An immunizing agent that confers active immunity protects by: - CORRECT ANSWER===providing
... [Show More] antibodies obtained from immune humans or animals.
Antacids should be given one hour apart from most other drugs. Which is the rationale? - CORRECT ANSWER===Antacids may interfere with absorption of drugs taken at the same time.
Vancomycin should not be used to treat minor infections because it: - CORRECT ANSWER===can cause "red man syndrome", a hypertensive crisis that is almost always fatal.
The antagonist for a client who has overdosed on morphine is: - CORRECT ANSWER===narcan.
The most serious adverse reaction to oral contraceptives is: - CORRECT ANSWER===thromboembolism.
When a client develops tolerance to a drug, the nurse would expect: - CORRECT ANSWER===higher dose needed to achieve same effect.
Antihyperglycemic agents are prescribed for clients with: - CORRECT ANSWER===Type 2 diabetes mellitus.
The nurse assesses a client shortly after an intravenous infusion of the osmotic diuretic mannitol is started. Which finding represents an early adverse effect of mannitol? - CORRECT ANSWER===Bounding pulse
Compared to other beta adrenergic blockers, cardioselective beta adrenergic blockers: - CORRECT ANSWER===are less likely to cause bronchoconstriction.
A client who experiences motion sickness during airplane flights obtains a prescription for meclizine (Antivert). When is the best time to take the drug? - CORRECT ANSWER===One hour before the flight
Before prescribing a cephalosporin, the nurse practitioner asks if the client is allergic to penicillin. Why is this important to assess? - CORRECT ANSWER===A client who is allergic to penicillin can have a cross sensitivity to cephalosporins.
The use of which class of antibiotics should be avoided in children? - CORRECT ANSWER===Tetracyclines
In a walk-in clinic, clients are often given intramuscular injections. Which drug should be readily available in case a client has an anaphylactic reaction? - CORRECT ANSWER===Epinephrine
Thiazide and loop (high ceiling) diuretics are similar in that both: - CORRECT ANSWER===decrease tubular reabsorption of sodium and water.
Which of the statements by the nurse most accurately describes the effects of declined plasma albumin levels in older adults? - CORRECT ANSWER==="There is an increased risk for adverse effects."
To prevent oral fungal infections, the nurse should instruct the client who uses a beclomethasone inhaler to take which action? - CORRECT ANSWER===Rinse the mouth after each use.
A client takes ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate (Ortho Tri-Cyclen) birth control pills. She calls the clinic and relates that she missed her medication yesterday. Which instructions will the nurse give? - CORRECT ANSWER==="Take two pills today then continue on a daily basis."
The nurse may administer acetylcysteine (Mucomyst) inhalation to: - CORRECT ANSWER===facilitate mucus expectoration.
Development of a chronic cough is an adverse effect associated with which class of anti-hypertensive drugs? - CORRECT ANSWER===Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors
The nurse may administer baclofen (Lioresal) for the treatment of which condition? - CORRECT ANSWER===Protracted muscle spasticity
Oral diazepam (Valium), a benzodiazepine, has been prescribed for a client who has anxiety and muscle spasms. Which nursing intervention is appropriate for the care of this client? [Show Less]