ANS Test Questions

Question 1

Bethanechol is a
Select one:
a.
Cholinergic Agonist

b.
Sympatholytic

c.
B-Blocker

d.
Anticholiergic

Answer 1

A.

Question 2

A 55 year old female has been prescribed an anticholinergic for her complaints of urinary frequency and urgency. The nurse teaches the patient which of the following to address the primary side effect from this drug:
Select one:
a.
Wear protective underwear

b.
Avoid activities that may cause injury or bleeding

c.
Carry an OTC antidiarrheal when traveling

d.
Rinse your mouth or use sugarless hard candy frequently

Answer 2

D.

Question 3

Patient Education for the client taking anticholinergic drugs would include which of the following?
Select one:
a.
Increase intake of Vitamins A and C

b.
Increase intake of high fiber foods

c.
Decrease caffiene intake

d.
Avoid meat products

Answer 3

B.

Question 4

You are instructing your patient the proper use of pseudoephedrine (Sudafed). You know the patient understands your instructions if he states:
Select one:
a.
The side effects of taking Sudafed are eye irritation, eye stinging, and watery eyes
b.
When I take Sudafed I wont take it before bed because it can cause insomnia
c.
The use of Sudafed is okay when I have hypertension
d.
Using Sudafed will cause my nasal passages to dilate and allow for easier breathing

Answer 4

B

Question 5

Which of the following conditions bay be treated with a cholinergic blocking agent?
Select one:
a.
Hypertension

b.
Severe Diarrhea (not bacterial)

c.
Alzheimers Disease

d.
Urinary Retention

Answer 5

B

Question 6

Nonselective beta blockers such as Inderal are contraindicated in clients with:
Select one:
a.
Asthma and COPD

b.
Hypertension and Tachycardia

c.
Diabetes and Asthma

d.
Kidney Disease and Hypertension

Answer 6

A.