NCLEX Pharmacology Quiz 19 Respiratory And Gastrointestinal Drugs
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Nurse Rita is giving instructions to her client who is taking antihistamine. Which of the following nurse teachings is appropriate for the client?
- A.
Avoid ingesting alcohol.
- B.
Be aware that you may need to take a decongestant.
- C.
Be aware that you may have increased saliva.
- D.
Expect a relief in 24 hours.
Correct Answer
A. Avoid ingesting alcohol.Explanation
Because alcohol and antihistamines have sedating properties. concurrent administration of these drugs should be avoided. Antihistamines and decongestants are often given together. Dry mouth is a common side effect. not increased salivation. Not all antihistamines last 24 hours.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Daniel has vertigo. which antihistamine is best for his condition?
- A.
Terfenadine
- B.
Meclizine
- C.
Hydrocodone
- D.
Guaifenesin
Correct Answer
B. MeclizineExplanation
Meclizine (Antivert) is given for vertigo and motion sickness. Choices C and D are not antihistamines. Choice A is an antihistamine. but meclizine is the standard drug in the treatment of vertigo.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Raul. a 20-year-old student. used to buy OTC drugs whenever he feels sick. Which of the following statements best describes the danger of self-medication with over-the-counter drugs?
- A.
Clients are not aware of the action of over-the-counter drugs.
- B.
Clients are not aware of the side effects of over-the-counter drugs.
- C.
Clients minimize the effects of over-the-counter drugs because they are available without prescription.
- D.
Clients do not realize the effects of over-the-counter drugs.
Correct Answer
C. Clients minimize the effects of over-the-counter drugs because they are available without prescription.Explanation
This choice is correct because it includes the other three risks noted in choices A. B. and D.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Shenaya will be having her exam in pharmacology tomorrow. She should be aware that antitussive is indicated to:
- A.
Encourage removal of secretions through coughing.
- B.
Relieve rhinitis.
- C.
Control a productive cough.
- D.
Relieve a dry cough.
Correct Answer
D. Relieve a dry cough.Explanation
An antitussive is a cough suppressant. Choices A and C describe the action of an expectorant. Choice D describes the action of a decongestant.Rate this question:
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- 5.
The nurse should instruct a client who is taking an expectorant to:
- A.
Restrict fluids.
- B.
Increase fluids.
- C.
Avoid vaporizers.
- D.
Take antihistamines.
Correct Answer
B. Increase fluids.Explanation
Increasing fluids will help liquefy secretions and facilitate removal.Rate this question:
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- 6.
When administering the methylxanthine theophylline. the nurse can expect:
- A.
Decreased pulmonary function
- B.
Increased pulmonary function
- C.
Increased residual volume
- D.
Decreased tidal volume
Correct Answer
B. Increased pulmonary functionExplanation
Theophylline will improve ventilation so there will be an overall improvement of pulmonary measurements. Other choices are the opposite of what will actually occur with theophylline administration.Rate this question:
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- 7.
A client with which of the following conditions may experience a dangerous or fatal side effect of theophylline?
- A.
Cardiac disorder
- B.
Diabetes
- C.
Renal disease
- D.
Hepatic disease
Correct Answer
A. Cardiac disorderExplanation
A client with a heart condition may experience dangerous stimulation from this drug. Theophylline should be administered cautiously with all the other choices. but consequences are most dangerous or possibly fatal for clients with a heart condition.Rate this question:
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- 8.
To evaluate the effectiveness of theophylline therapy. which of the following laboratory values must be drawn?
- A.
Glucose
- B.
Hematocrit
- C.
Potassium
- D.
Theophylline levels
Correct Answer
D. Theophylline levelsExplanation
Theophylline levels must be drawn to determine if the drug is present in therapeutic amounts in the client’s serum.Rate this question:
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- 9.
The effects of theophylline may be increased by:
- A.
Phenobarbital
- B.
Phenytoin
- C.
Rifampin
- D.
Cimetidine
Correct Answer
D. CimetidineExplanation
Cimetidine will increase the effects of theophylline.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which of the following statements describes the action of antacids?
- A.
Antacids neutralize gastric acid.
- B.
Antacids block the production of gastric acid.
- C.
Antacids block dopamine.
- D.
Antacids enhance action of acetylcholine.
Correct Answer
A. Antacids neutralize gastric acid.Explanation
Antacids act to bring the pH above 3. Other choices are incorrect because they describe actions of antiacid drugs.Rate this question:
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