Clinical Nursing Practice Exam
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Course Introduction
Clinical Nursing Practice focuses on the application of nursing theory and principles in real-world healthcare settings, enabling students to develop essential clinical skills and competencies. Through hands-on experience in hospitals, clinics, and community environments, students learn to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care across diverse populations. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, communication, evidence-based practice, ethical decision-making, and interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure safe and effective patient outcomes. This course prepares students to transition seamlessly from classroom learning to professional nursing roles.
Recommended Textbook
Daviss Drug Guide for Nurses 15th Edition by Vallerand
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Chapter 1: Medication Errors: Improving Practices and Patient Safety
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a patient receiving treatment for viral pneumonia.The nurse notes the patient has a persistent cough that is interfering with the patient's ability to sleep.Which of the following medications should the nurse provide?
A)Ativan (lorazepam)1 mg orally prn
B)Guiatuss (guaifenesin)200 mg every 4 hr prn
C)Tylenol (acetaminophen)325 mg orally prn
D)Sustol (granisetron)2 mg orally prn
Answer: B
Q2) The nurse recognizes that which of the following medications ordered for a patient may help reduce skeletal muscle spasms?
A)Tagamet (cimetidine)
B)Reglan (metoclopromide)
C)Soma (carisoprodol)
D)Tegretol (carbamazepine)
Answer: C
Q3) The nurse is caring for a patient in the intensive care unit who is to be started on dopamine 1 mcg/kg/min.The patient weighs 220 pounds.The drip rate in mg/hr should be ____________________.
Answer: 6
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Chapter 2: Detecting and Managing Adverse Drug Reactions
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Q1) Which of the following lab values should be followed periodically for a patient taking Paxil (paroxetine)?
A)Complete blood count
B)Electrolytes
C)Thyroxine
D)Creatinine
Answer: A
Q2) While in the recovery room,the nurse cares for a post-anesthesia patient who reports severe nausea.The nurse would most likely request an order for which of the following medications?
A)Eldepryl (selegiline)
B)Transderm-Scop (scopolamine)
C)Januvia (sitagliptin)
D)Cialis (tadalafil)
Answer: B
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Chapter 3: Drug Monographs in Alphabetical Order by
Generic Name
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Q1) While counseling a client taking Pristiq (desvenlafaxine),the nurse recognizes that further teaching is necessary based on which of the following client statements?
A)"I'll be sure to let my doctor know if I have any thoughts of suicide."
B)"If I need something for pain,I should take aspirin,ibuprofen,or another non-steroidal anti-inflammatory instead of Tylenol while I'm taking this medication."
C)"I shouldn't drive a car for a few weeks since this medication can cause dizziness."
D)"I should avoid drinking alcohol while I'm taking this medication
Answer: B
Q2) In reviewing new orders,the nurse notes Azactam (aztreonam)1 gram IV every 8 hr has been ordered.Before initiating therapy,the nurse should assess for an allergy history to which of the following? Select all that apply.
A)Penicillins
B)MAO inhibitors
C)Antifungals
D)Cephalosporins
E)Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents
Answer: A,D
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Chapter 4: Drugs Approved in Canada
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Q1) A student nurse is preparing to provide Lyrica (pregabalin).Which of the following side effects should be monitored by the students? Select all that apply.
A)Rash
B)Suicidal thoughts
C)Decreased serum potassium
D)Weight gain
E)Dry mouth
F)Hypertension
Q2) A diabetic patient treated with a sulfonylurea has been ordered a beta blocker for hypertension.The nurse is aware that beta blockers taken with sulfonylureas may mask the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia.The nurse recognizes which of the following medications is included in the class of sulfonylureas?Select all that apply.
A)Januvia (sitagliptin)
B)Amaryl (glimepiride)
C)Diabeta (glyburide)
D)Glucophage (metformin)
E)Glucotrol (glipizide)
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