Chapter 37 pharmacology NCLEX with correct answers 2024

Chapter 37 pharmacology NCLEXA patient who has a history of asthma is experiencing an acute episode of SOB and needs to take a medication for immediate relief. The nurse will choose which medication that is appropriate for this situation? A. A beta agonist, such as albuterol B. A leukotriene receptor antagonist, such as montelukast C. A corticosteroids, such as fluticason D. An anticholinergic, such as ipratropium - correct answer A. A beta agonist, such as albuterol After a nebulizer treatment with the beta agonist albuterol, the patient complains of feeling a little "shaky," with slight tremors of the hands. The patient's heart rate is 98 beats/min, increased from the pretreatment rate of 88 beats/min. The nurse knows that this reaction is an a) expected adverse effect of the medication. b) allergic reaction to the medication. c) indication that he has received an overdose of the medication. d) idiosyncratic reaction to the medication. - correct answer a. expected adverse effect of the medication A patient has been receiving an aminophyllline (xanthine derivative) infusion for 24 hours. The nurse will assess for which adverse effect when assessing the patient during the infusion? A. CNS depression B. Sinus tachycardia C. Increased appetite D. Temporary urinary retention - correct answer B. Sinus tachycardia