NCLEX Respiratory Drugs and Medications (Questions and Answers) Graded A 2025

NCLEX Respiratory Drugs and Medications (Questions and Answers) Graded A 2025 1. All of which are examples of antiviral influenza medications except? A. baloxavir marboxil (Xofluza) B. ethionamide (Trecator) C. oseltamivir (Tamiflu) D. zanamivir (Relenza) Correct Answer: B. ethionamide (Trecator) Ethionamide (Trecator) is an antibiotic used in the treatment of tuberculosis. Options A, C, & D: These are antiviral medications that are effective in the prevention and treatment of flu. 2. A cromolyn sodium (Intal) inhaler is prescribed to a client with asthma. A nurse provides instructions regarding the side effects of this medication. The nurse tells the client to immediately report which of the following side effects? A. Sore throat B. Drowsiness C. Wheezing D. Hypotension Correct Answer: C. Wheezing Cromolyn Sodium (Intal) is used to prevent asthma attacks in people with bronchial asthma. Serious side effects associated with the use of this inhaler are wheezing, chest tightness, skin rash, hives, itching, swelling of the face, lips, throat, or tongue, and joint pain. Options A & B: These are expected side effects of Intal. Option D: Hypotension is not directly related to the medication. 3. Rifabutin (Mycobutin) is prescribed to a client with active Mycobacterium avium complex disease and tuberculosis. The nurse determines that the client is experiencing side effects in which of the following, except? A. Tingling and numbness of the fingers B. Blurred vision C. Arthralgia D. Flu-like symptoms Correct Answer: A. Tingling and numbness of the fingers Tingling and numbness of the fingers (peripheral neuropathy) is associated with the use of isoniazid (INH) due to the ability of the medication to damage nerves. Options B, C, & D: These are the side effects of Rifabutin. 4. A client is prescribed with guaifenesin (Mucinex). The nurse determines that the client understands the proper administration of this medication if the client states that he or she will: A. Limit oral fluid intake B. Take the medication with meals only C. Take an additional dose once fever and cough persist D. Drink extra fluids while taking this medication Correct Answer: D. Drink extra fluids while taking this medication Guaifenesin is an expectorant. Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate the throat while taking this medication. Option A: Fluids are needed to loosen the secretions. Option B: The medication does not have to be taken with meals. Option C: Additional doses should not be taken without the prescription of the doctor.