NUR 3251 - Pharmacology Exam 2 Review. Questions and Answers. All 100% Correct.

NUR 3251 - Pharmacology Exam 2 Review. Questions and Answers. All 100% Correct. Pharmacology Exam 2 Review 1. Antipyretic medications (aspirin, ibuprofen, acetaminophen) are used to alleviate the discomforts of fever and to protect vulnerable organs, such as the brain, from extreme elevations in body temperature. However, the use of aspirin in children is limited due to the possibility of what disease? a. Guillain-Barré syndrome b. Munchausen's syndrome c. Angelman's syndrome d. Reye's syndrome 2. What nursing interventions are included in the plan of care for a client receiving antacids to relieve GI discomfort? a. Limit fluid intake to decrease dilution of the medication in the stomach. b. Administer this drug with other drugs or food. c. Have the patient swallow the antacid whole and do not crush or chew the tablet. d. Administer the antacid 1 hour before or 2 hours after other oral medications. 3. A nurse is caring for a client receiving intrathecal baclofen. The client is unresponsive. After asking a coworker to contact the provider, the nurse anticipates performing which intervention? a. Obtaining an electrocardiogram b. Preparing to support respirations c. Administering diazepam to prevent seizures d. Administering an antidote to baclofen 4. A nurse is presenting an educational event for a group of new parents. One topic that the nurse addresses is the overuse of acetaminophen, which can cause liver toxicity. What would the nurse tell the parents it is important to do? a. “Monitor their child's temperature carefully and regulate the Tylenol dose based on the fever.” b. “Check the label of over-the-counter (OTC) medications carefully to watch for inclusions of acetaminophen in the ingredients.” c. “Mix OTC children's medications to get the best coverage for their child's symptoms.” d. “Do not give acetaminophen (Tylenol) unless you receive a doctor's order.” 5. A nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client who will be going home on baclofen prescribed for his acute musculoskeletal pain. The nurse will stress that the client should avoid what? a. Taking antihistamines b. Taking antibiotics c. Drinking alcohol d. Taking antiemetic