NSG318 / NSG 318 EXAM 4
Introduction to Pharmacology - GCU
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,Which of the following conditions can ceftriaxone e ectively
treat? Select all that apply:
a. Otitis media
b. Meningitis
c. Appendicitis
d. Viral bronchitis
Correct Answers:
a. Otitis media
b. Meningitis
c. Appendicitis
Rationale: Viral infections, such as viral bronchitis, are not treated
with antibiotics.
Question:
A patient receiving ceftriaxone reports severe pain at the
injection site and a di use rash. What is the nurse's priority
action?
a. Apply a warm compress to the injection site.
b. Administer an antihistamine for the rash.
c. Assess for signs of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome.
d. Encourage hydration to prevent further irritation.
, Correct Answer:
c. Assess for signs of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome.
Rationale: Stevens-Johnson Syndrome is a severe adverse reaction
requiring immediate intervention.
Question:
What should the nurse include in patient teaching for a client
prescribed ceftriaxone?
a. Avoid taking ceftriaxone with milk or dairy products.
b. Report any anal or genital itching.
c. Consume alcohol to enhance drug absorption.
d. Expect mild diarrhea; it does not require reporting.
Correct Answer:
b. Report any anal or genital itching.
Rationale: Anal or genital itching may indicate a superinfection,
such as a fungal infection or Clostridioides di#icile (C. di#).
Question:
Before administering ceftriaxone, the nurse should take which of
the following actions?
Introduction to Pharmacology - GCU
Actual Questions and Answers
100% Guarantee Pass
This Exam contains:
100% Guarantee Pass.
Multiple-Choice (A–D), For Each Question.
Each Question Includes The Correct Answer
Expert-Verified explanation
,Which of the following conditions can ceftriaxone e ectively
treat? Select all that apply:
a. Otitis media
b. Meningitis
c. Appendicitis
d. Viral bronchitis
Correct Answers:
a. Otitis media
b. Meningitis
c. Appendicitis
Rationale: Viral infections, such as viral bronchitis, are not treated
with antibiotics.
Question:
A patient receiving ceftriaxone reports severe pain at the
injection site and a di use rash. What is the nurse's priority
action?
a. Apply a warm compress to the injection site.
b. Administer an antihistamine for the rash.
c. Assess for signs of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome.
d. Encourage hydration to prevent further irritation.
, Correct Answer:
c. Assess for signs of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome.
Rationale: Stevens-Johnson Syndrome is a severe adverse reaction
requiring immediate intervention.
Question:
What should the nurse include in patient teaching for a client
prescribed ceftriaxone?
a. Avoid taking ceftriaxone with milk or dairy products.
b. Report any anal or genital itching.
c. Consume alcohol to enhance drug absorption.
d. Expect mild diarrhea; it does not require reporting.
Correct Answer:
b. Report any anal or genital itching.
Rationale: Anal or genital itching may indicate a superinfection,
such as a fungal infection or Clostridioides di#icile (C. di#).
Question:
Before administering ceftriaxone, the nurse should take which of
the following actions?
