Medical-Surgical Nursing
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Course Introduction
Medical-Surgical Nursing is a foundational course that focuses on the care of adult patients experiencing a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions and surgical procedures. The course emphasizes evidence-based nursing practices, the nursing process, and the development of critical thinking skills needed to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care. Key topics include pathophysiology, pharmacology, perioperative care, patient safety, wound management, fluid and electrolyte balance, and the psychosocial aspects of illness. Students also explore interdisciplinary collaboration and patient education to promote optimal health outcomes in diverse clinical settings.
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Pharmacology A Patient Centered Nursing Process Approach 9th Edition by McCuistion
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Chapter 1: Drug Development and Ethical Considerations
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Q1) Before marketing a new drug that has been approved for use based on clinical effectiveness and safety,the manufacturer wishes to study the potential new uses for the drug.This is an example of which phase of study?
A) Phase I
B) Phase II
C) Phase III
D) Phase IV
Answer: D
Q2) A patient is prescribed a medication and asks the nurse if the drug is available in a generic form.The nurse understands that a generic medication will have a name that A) is a registered trademark.
B) is always capitalized.
C) is related to the drug's chemical structure.
D) is nonproprietary.
Answer: D
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Chapter 2: Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics, and Pharmacogenetics
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Q1) The nurse is teaching a patient who will be discharged home with a prescription for an enteric-coated tablet.Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
A) "I may crush the tablet and put it in applesauce to improve absorption."
B) "I should consume acidic foods to enhance absorption of this medication."
C) "I should expect a delay in onset of the drug's effects after taking the tablet."
D) "I should take this medication with high-fat foods to improve its action."
Answer: C
Q2) The nurse is caring for a patient who has taken an overdose of aspirin several hours prior.The provider orders sodium bicarbonate to be given.The nurse understands that this drug is given for which purpose?
A) To counter the toxic effects of the aspirin
B) To decrease the half-life of the aspirin
C) To increase the excretion of the aspirin
D) To neutralize the acid of the aspirin
Answer: C
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Chapter 3: Cultural Considerations
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a postoperative patient who is of Asian descent.The patient reports little relief from pain even while taking an opioid analgesic containing codeine and acetaminophen.What does the nurse suspect that this patient is exhibiting?
A) Drug-seeking behavior
B) Heightened pain perception
C) Poor understanding of expected drug effects
D) Rapid metabolism of one of the drug's components
Answer: D
Q2) A Native American patient has just been diagnosed with diabetes mellitus.The nurse preparing a teaching plan for this patient understands that which aspect of the disease and disease management may be most difficult for this patient?
A) Body image changes
B) Management of meal and medication schedules
C) Perception of the disease as punishment from God
D) The sense of dependence on others
Answer: B
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Chapter 4: Complementary and Alternative Therapies
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Q1) The nurse is counseling a female patient who reports taking ginger to treat postoperative nausea.Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
A) "I should experience immediate effects with this herb."
B) "The benefits of taking ginger for postoperative nausea have not been proven."
C) "I should take ginger with nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to enhance its effects."
D) "If I develop gastrointestinal (GI) upset, I should stop taking ginger immediately."
Q2) A patient asks the nurse about the safety of herbal products in general.Which response by the nurse is correct?
A) "Consumers should research products and their manufacturers before taking."
B) "Manufacturers are required to list interactions of herbs with drugs and food."
C) "Products manufactured for drug and grocery store chains are safe."
D) "Toxicological analysis is required of all commercial herbal products."
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Chapter 5: Pediatric Considerations
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Q1) The provider has ordered that vitamin D drops be given to a newborn.Based on the knowledge of drug distribution in infants,the nurse understands that the infant may need A) a higher dose.
B) a lower dose.
C) less frequent dosing.
D) more frequent dosing.
Q2) The nurse assumes care for an infant who is showing signs of drug toxicity to a drug given several hours prior.The nurse checks the dose and confirms that the dose is consistent with standard dosing guidelines.Which characteristic of the drug will likely explain this response in this patient?
A) It is acidic.
B) It is highly protein-bound.
C) It is not fat-soluble.
D) It is water-soluble.
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Chapter 6: Geriatric Considerations
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Q1) The nurse is performing an admission assessment on an 80-year-old patient who has frequent hospital admissions.The patient appears more disoriented and confused than usual.Which action by the nurse is correct?
A) Asking about medication doses
B) Asking for a neurologist consult
C) Requesting orders for LFTs
D) Suspecting impaired renal function
Q2) The nurse is preparing an 80-year-old patient for discharge home from the hospital.The patient will receive several new medications.The patient lives alone but has several family members who stop by every day.Which suggestions will the nurse make for this family?
A) Ask the pharmacy for non-childproof medication bottles.
B) Ask the patient to record all medications and the times they are taken.
C) Place the pills in an organizer container.
D) Provide the patient with the drug manufacturer information sheets.
E) Put water bottles near pills for convenience.
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Chapter 7: Drugs of Abuse
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Q1) A patient is using Commit lozenge 2 mg to help quit smoking and reports nausea and indigestion.The nurse will instruct the patient to perform which action?
A) Allow the lozenge to dissolve slowly over 20 to 30 minutes.
B) Chew the lozenge thoroughly before swallowing it.
C) Increase to 4 mg and use less often.
D) Take the lozenge with food and a full glass of water.
Q2) The nurse is teaching a group in the community about drug abuse.Which statement by the nurse is correct?
A) "Cue-induced cravings eventually disappear after long periods of abstinence by the person addicted to drugs."
B) "Substance abuse and addiction are synonymous terms, describing dependence on drugs."
C) "Substance use disorder occurs when recurrent use causes clinically and functionally significant impairment."
D) "Substance use disorder occurs when physical dependence is present."
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Chapter 8: The Nursing Process and Patient-Centered Care
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Q1) A school-age child will begin taking a medication to be administered 5 mL three times daily.The child's parent tells the nurse that,with a previous use of the drug,the child repeatedly forgot to bring the medication home from school,resulting in missed evening doses.What will the nurse recommend?
A) Asking the provider if the medication may be taken before school, after school, and at bedtime
B) Putting a note on the child's locker to encourage the child to take responsibility for medication administration
C) Asking the provider if 7.5 mL may be taken in the morning and 7.5 mL may be taken in the evening so that the correct amount is given daily
D) Taking the noon dose to school every day and giving it to the school nurse to administer
Q2) Which assessment is categorized as objective data?
A) A list of herbal supplements regularly used
B) Lab values associated with the drugs the patient is taking
C) The ages and relationship to the patient of all household members
D) Usual dietary patterns and food intake
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Chapter 9: Safety and Quality
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Q1) The nurse is preparing to administer a chewable tablet to a preschool-age child.The child's parent reports always crushing the tablet and mixing it with pudding when giving it at home.What is the nurse's next action?
A) Ask the pharmacist if the drug may be crushed.
B) Crush the tablet and mix it with pudding.
C) Insist that the tablet must be chewed as ordered.
D) Request a liquid form of the medication from the pharmacy.
Q2) The nurse is preparing to administer a medication from a unit-dose system.The nurse verifies that the medication,dose,and time are correct and that the expiration date was the day prior.Which action is correct?
A) Administer the medication and observe for adequate drug effects.
B) Notify the pharmacist and the provider of a medication error.
C) Return the medication to the pharmacy to be replaced.
D) Verify the right patient and administer the medication.
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Chapter 10: Drug Administration
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Q1) The nurse is teaching a patient about using sublingual nitroglycerin at home.Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
A) "I may put the tablet in food if I don't like the taste."
B) "I may take a sip of water after placing the tablet in my mouth."
C) "I will place the tablet between my cheek and gum."
D) "I will place the tablet under my tongue and let it absorb."
Q2) The nurse is performing tuberculin testing on a patient.Which action by the nurse is correct?
A) Insert the needle, bevel up, at a 30-degree angle.
B) Massage the area gently after the injection.
C) Measure the diameter of the area of erythema when reading the result.
D) Use a 25-gauge, 3/8" needle.
Q3) The nurse is preparing to administer an intramuscular injection to a 14-month-old toddler.To help with site selection for this injection,what will the nurse ask the child's parent?
A) "How long has your child been walking?"
B) "How much does your child weigh?"
C) "Is your child afraid to look at needles?"
D) "Is your child right- or left-handed?"
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Chapter 11: Drug Calculations
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Q1) digoxin (Lanoxin),PO,62.5 mcg,daily
Available: Lanoxin 0.125-mg tablets
How many mg will the patient receive per day?
Q2) trihexyphenidyl hydrochloride (Artane)6 mg,PO,twice daily
Available: trihexyphenidyl hydrochloride (Artane)2 mg tablets
How many tablet(s)will the patient receive on a daily basis?
Q3) levetiracetam (Keppra), PO, 20 mg/kg/day, divided b.i.d.
Available: Keppra 100 mg/mL
Patient weight: 20 kg
How many mL will the patient receive per dose?
Q4) trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim) 160/800 mg, PO, b.i.d.
Available: Bactrim 80/400-mg tablets
How many tablets will be given per dose?
Q5) aminocaproic acid 4 g in 250 mL D?W to infuse in 1 hour
Set: secondary set labeled 15 gtt/min
Available: aminocaproic acid 250 mg/1 mL
A) How many mL of aminocaproic acid will be mixed in 250 mL of D?W?
B) How many gtt/min will the patient receive?
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Chapter 12: Fluid Volume and Electrolytes
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Q1) A patient is suspected of having severe hypocalcemia.While waiting for the patient's serum electrolyte results,the nurse will assess for which symptoms?
A) Laryngeal spasms
B) Fatigue
C) Muscle weakness
D) Nausea and vomiting
E) Numbness of fingers
F) Twitching of the mouth
Q2) The nurse is caring for a newly admitted patient who has severe gastroenteritis.The patient's electrolytes reveal a serum sodium level of 140 mEq/L and a serum potassium level of 3.5 mEq/L.The nurse receives an order for intravenous 5% dextrose and normal saline with 20 mEq/L potassium chloride to infuse at 125 mL/h.Which action is necessary prior to administering this fluid?
A) Evaluate the patient's urine output.
B) Contact the provider to order arterial blood gases.
C) Request an order for an initial potassium bolus.
D) Suggest a diet low in sodium and potassium.
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Chapter 13: Vitamin and Mineral Replacement
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Q1) A female patient who has a history of heavy menstrual periods is experiencing shortness of breath with exertion,pallor,and fatigue.Her hemoglobin and hematocrit levels are both lower than normal,and her CBC reveals microcytic and hypochromic erythrocytes.What will the nurse do?
A) Contact the provider to discuss an order for 600 mg of PO ferrous sulfate BID.
B) Recommend an over-the-counter folic acid supplement of 400 mcg/day.
C) Suggest an over-the-counter iron supplement of 325 mg/day.
D) Tell her to consult a dietician about including iron-rich foods in her diet.
Q2) The nurse is teaching a patient who has iron-deficiency anemia about iron supplementation.Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
A) "I may improve iron absorption by taking this with orange juice."
B) "I should take iron tablets with an antacid to reduce gastrointestinal upset."
C) "Nausea and vomiting are minor side effects and will decrease over time."
D) "Taking iron with food will help to increase the amount absorbed."
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Chapter 14: Nutritional Support
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Q1) The nurse is preparing to administer enteral nutrition to a patient who has had a stroke and who cannot swallow.A family member asks why the patient is not receiving intravenous nutrition.What information will the nurse provide to the family member?
A) Parenteral nutrition carries a higher risk of infection.
B) Parenteral nutrition does not provide sufficient calories.
C) Parenteral nutrition increases the risk of aspiration.
D) Parenteral nutrition is hyper-osmolar and increases the risk of dehydration.
Q2) The nurse dilutes an antibiotic before administering it through a patient's nasogastric tube.The patient asks why this is necessary.The nurse explains that diluting the antibiotic helps to A) improve absorption. B) improve hydration.
C) prevent diarrhea. D) prevent emboli.
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Chapter 15: Adrenergic Agonists and Antagonists
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a patient who has asthma and administers a selective beta?-adrenergic agonist to treat bronchospasm.The nurse will expect this drug to also cause which side effect?
A) Increased blood glucose
B) Increased blood pressure
C) Increased heart rate
D) Increased gastrointestinal (GI) motility
Q2) The patient has been ordered to receive Sudafed to treat nasal congestion.The nurse performing an admission assessment learns that the patient has diabetes mellitus.What action is appropriate for the nurse to take?
A) Administer the medication as ordered.
B) Contact the provider to discuss a lower dose.
C) Give the medication and monitor serum glucose closely.
D) Hold the medication and contact the provider.
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Chapter 16: Cholinergic Agonists and Antagonists
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a postoperative patient and notes that the patient received atropine sulfate preoperatively.Which assessment finding would prompt the nurse to notify the provider?
A) Absent bowel sounds
B) Drowsiness
C) Dry mouth
D) Heart rate of 78 beats per minute
Q2) The nurse is caring for a patient in the post-anesthesia recovery unit.The nurse notes that the patient received atropine sulfate 2 mg 30 minutes prior to anesthesia induction.The patient has received 1000 mL of intravenous fluids and has 700 mL of urine in the urinary catheter bag.The patient reports having a dry mouth.The nurse notes a heart rate of 82 beats per minute.What action will the nurse perform?
A) Administer a fluid bolus.
B) Give the patient ice chips.
C) Palpate the patient's bladder.
D) Reassess the patient in 15 minutes.
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Chapter 17: Stimulants
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a 7-year-old child who has difficulty concentrating and completing tasks and who cannot seem to sit still.Which diagnostic test may be ordered to assist with a diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)in this child?
A) Computerized tomography (CT) of the head
B) Electrocardiogram (ECG)
C) Electroencephalogram (EEG)
D) Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the brain
Q2) The parent of an adolescent who has taken methylphenidate 20 mg/day for 6 months for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)brings the child to clinic for evaluation of a recent onset of nausea,vomiting,and headaches.The parent expresses concern that the child seems less focused and more hyperactive than before.What will the nurse do next?
A) Ask the child whether the drug is being taken as prescribed.
B) Contact the provider to discuss increasing the dose to 30 mg/day.
C) Recommend taking the drug with meals to reduce gastrointestinal side effects.
D) Report signs of drug toxicity to the patient's provider.
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Chapter 18: Depressants
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a patient in the post-anesthesia care unit who has received a spinal anesthetic.Which action will the nurse perform?
A) Ambulate the patient as soon as consciousness returns.
B) Elevate the head of the bed to a semi-Fowler's position.
C) Have the patient lay flat for 6 to 8 hours after the surgery.
D) Turn the patient from side to side every 15 minutes.
Q2) Children who experience nightmares have these during which stage of sleep?
A) Early morning sleep
B) Non rapid eye movement (NREM) sleep
C) Rapid eye movement (REM) sleep
D) Sleep induction
Q3) A patient who has been taking a benzodiazepine as a sleep aid for several months wishes to stop taking the medication.The nurse will suggest that the patient taper the dose gradually to avoid which effect?
A) Depression
B) Hangover
C) Hypnotic rebound
D) Withdrawal
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Chapter 19: Antiseizure Drugs
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Q1) A woman who is pregnant is taking an anticonvulsant medication to treat a seizure disorder.The nurse will ensure that the patient takes which dietary supplement toward the end of her pregnancy?
A) Vitamin D
B) Iron
C) Vitamin C
D) Vitamin K
Q2) A patient has recently begun taking phenytoin (Dilantin)for a seizure disorder.The nurse notes a reddish-brown color to the patient's urine.Which action will the nurse take?
A) Ask the provider to order a serum drug level.
B) Reassure the patient that this is a harmless side effect.
C) Report possible thrombocytopenia to the provider.
D) Request an order for a urinalysis and creatinine clearance.
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Chapter 20: Drugs for Parkinson Disease and Alzheimer Disease
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Q1) A patient who has parkinsonism has been taking carbidopa-levodopa and has shown improvement in symptoms but develops dystonic movements,nausea,and vomiting.Which medication will the nurse expect the provider to order for this patient to replace carbidopa-levodopa?
A) Amantadine HCl (Symmetrel)
B) Benztropine (Cogentin)
C) Bromocriptine mesylate (Parlodel)
D) Tacrine (Cognex)
Q2) The spouse of a patient newly diagnosed with mild,unilateral symptoms of Parkinson disease (PD)asks the nurse what,besides medication,can be done to manage the disease.The nurse will
A) counsel the spouse that parkinsonism is a normal part of the aging process in some people.
B) recommend exercise, nutritional counseling, and group support to help manage the disease.
C) tell the spouse that the disease will not progress if mild symptoms are treated early.
D) tell the spouse that medication therapy can be curative if drugs are begun in time.
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Chapter 21: Drugs for Neuromuscular Disorders and Muscle Spasms
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Q1) A patient exhibits ptosis of both eyes,and the provider orders edrophonium (Tensilon).The nurse notes immediate improvement of the ptosis.The nurse understands that this patient most likely has which disorder?
A) Cerebral palsy
B) Multiple sclerosis
C) Muscle spasms
D) Myasthenia gravis
Q2) The nurse is caring for a patient who has myasthenia gravis (MG)and takes pyridostigmine bromide (Mestinon)60 mg every 4 hours.The patient's last dose was 45 minutes prior.The nurse notes severe muscle weakness,excess salivation,fasciculations of facial muscles,and pupil constriction.The nurse will perform which action?
A) Assess the patient for signs of ptosis.
B) Notify the provider to discuss an order for intravenous immune globulin (IVIG).
C) Obtain an order for atropine sulfate.
D) Request an order for an extra dose of pyridostigmine.
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Chapter 22: Antipsychotics and Anxiolytics
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Q1) A patient arrives in the emergency department complaining of difficulty breathing,dizziness,sweating,and heart palpitations.The patient reports having had similar episodes previously.The nurse will expect the provider to order which medication?
A) Flumazenil (Romazicon)
B) Haloperidol (Haldol)
C) Lorazepam (Ativan)
D) Propranolol (Inderal)
Q2) A patient has been taking risperidone (Risperdal)for 2 weeks.The patient reports drowsiness and headache.What will the nurse do?
A) Counsel the patient to request changing to aripiprazole (Abilify).
B) Reassure the patient that these are common side effects of the medication.
C) Suggest that the patient have serum glucose testing.
D) Suggest that these may be signs of agranulocytosis.
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Chapter 23: Antidepressants and Mood Stabilizers
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Q1) The nurse is preparing to administer a dose of lithium (Lithobid)to a patient who has been taking the drug as maintenance therapy to treat bipolar disorder.The nurse assesses the patient and notes tremors and confusion.The patient's latest serum lithium level was 2 mEq/L.Which action will the nurse take?
A) Administer the dose.
B) Hold the dose and notify the provider.
C) Request an order for a higher dose.
D) Request an order for a lower dose.
Q2) A patient who has been taking a monoamine oxidase (MAO)inhibitor for several months will begin taking amoxapine (Asendin)instead of the MAO inhibitor.The nurse will counsel the patient to begin taking the amoxapine
A) along with the MAO inhibitor for several months.
B) at least 14 days after discontinuing the MAO inhibitor.
C) the day after the last dose of the MAO inhibitor.
D) while withdrawing the MAO inhibitor over several weeks.
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Chapter 24: Antiinflammatories
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Q1) A patient is taking aspirin to help prevent myocardial infarction and is experiencing moderate gastrointestinal upset.The nurse will contact the patient's provider to discuss changing from aspirin to which drug?
A) A COX-2 inhibitor
B) Celecoxib (Celebrex)
C) Enteric-coated aspirin
D) Nabumetone (Relafen)
Q2) The nurse is teaching a patient about using high-dose aspirin to treat arthritis.What information will the nurse include when teaching this patient?
A) "A normal serum aspirin level is between 30 and 40 mg/dL."
B) "You may need to stop taking this drug a week prior to surgery."
C) "You will need to monitor aspirin levels if you are also taking warfarin."
D) "Your stools may become dark, but this is a harmless side effect."
Q3) Which antigout medication is used to treat chronic tophaceous gout?
A) Allopurinol (Zyloprim)
B) Colchicine
C) Probenecid (Benemid)
D) Sulfinpyrazone (Anturane)
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Chapter 25: Analgesics
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Q1) A postoperative patient has a history of opioid abuse.Which analgesic medication will the nurse expect the provider to order for this patient?
A) Buprenorphine (Buprenex)
B) Butorphanol tartrate (Stadol)
C) Naloxone (Narcan)
D) Pentazocine (Talwin)
Q2) The nurse is teaching a female patient who will begin taking 2 tablets of 325 mg acetaminophen every 4 to 6 hours as needed for pain.Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
A) "I may take acetaminophen up to 6 times daily if needed."
B) "I should increase the dose of acetaminophen if I drink caffeinated coffee."
C) "If I take oral contraceptive pills, I should use back-up contraception."
D) "It is safe to take acetaminophen with any over-the-counter medications."
Q3) Which patient may require a higher than expected dose of an opioid analgesic?
A) A patient with cancer
B) A patient with a concussion
C) A patient with hypotension
D) A patient 3 days after surgery
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Chapter 26: Antibacterials
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Q1) The nurse is preparing to administer intravenous gentamicin to an infant through an intermittent needle.The nurse notes that the infant has not had a wet diaper for several hours.The nurse will perform which action?
A) Administer the medication and give the infant extra oral fluids.
B) Contact the provider to request adding intravenous fluids when giving the medication.
C) Give the medication and obtain a serum peak drug level 45 minutes after the dose.
D) Hold the dose and contact the provider to request a serum trough drug level.
Q2) The nurse is preparing to administer trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX)to a patient who is being treated for a urinary tract infection.The nurse learns that the patient has type 2 diabetes mellitus and takes a sulfonylurea oral antidiabetic drug.The nurse will monitor this patient closely for which effect?
A) Headaches
B) Hypertension
C) Hypoglycemia
D) Superinfection
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Chapter 27: Antituberculars, Antifungals, and Antivirals
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Q1) A patient is diagnosed with tinea capitis.The provider will order which systemic antifungal medication for this patient?
A) Anidulafungin (Eraxis)
B) Fluconazole (Diflucan)
C) Griseofulvin (Fulvicin)
D) Ketoconazole (Nizoral)
Q2) A patient who is taking acyclovir (Zovirax)to treat an oral HSV-1 infection asks the nurse why oral care is so important.The nurse will tell the patient that meticulous oral care helps to
A) minimize transmission of disease.
B) prevent gingival hyperplasia.
C) reduce viral resistance to the drug.
D) shorten the duration of drug therapy.
Q3) The nurse is caring for an infant who has respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)and who will receive ribavirin.The nurse expects to administer this drug by which route?
A) Inhalation
B) Intramuscular
C) Intravenous
D) Oral
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Chapter 28: Peptides, Antimalarials, and Anthelmintics
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Q1) A patient who has traveled to an area with prevalent malaria has chills,fever,and diaphoresis.The nurse recognizes this as which phase of malarial infection?
A) An erythrocytic phase
B) An incubation phase
C) A prodromal phase
D) A tissue phase
Q2) A patient is preparing to travel to a country with prevalent malaria.To prevent contracting the disease,the provider has ordered chloroquine HCl (Aralen).The nurse will instruct the patient to take this drug according to which schedule?
A) 500 mg weekly beginning 2 weeks prior to travel and continuing for 4 to 8 weeks after travel
B) 1000 mg weekly beginning 2 weeks prior to travel and continuing for 6 to 8 weeks after travel
C) 500 mg once followed by 500 mg per dose in 6 hours, 24 hours, and 48 hours
D) 1000 mg once followed by 500 mg per dose in 6 hours, 24 hours, and 48 hours
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a patient who is HIV-positive and has been receiving antiretroviral therapy for several months.The nurse experiences a needlestick injury resulting in exposure to the patient's blood.The nurse asks the Occupational Health nurse if treatment is necessary.How will the Occupational Health nurse respond?
A) "No treatment is necessary since the patient is receiving antiretroviral therapy."
B) "We will treat you if the patient's VL is greater than 20 copies/mL."
C) "You will require 4 weeks of antiretroviral therapy."
D) "You will undergo HIV testing and will be treated if you are positive."
Q2) A patient who is HIV-infected takes 800 mg of indinavir (Crixivan),a protease inhibitor medication.The provider has ordered adding ritonavir (Norvir)to the regimen.The nurse will teach the patient that the addition of ritonavir
A) allows decreasing the dosing from 3 times daily to twice daily.
B) can lead to increased cholesterol and triglycerides.
C) may worsen insulin resistance.
D) will require increased dietary restrictions.
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Chapter 30: Transplant Drugs
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Q1) What action is most important for the nurse to teach the patient taking corticosteroids following a transplant?
A) "Combining the steroid with certain antibiotics can increase the risk of cardiac arrhythmias."
B) "While side effects are expected with the medication, none is life-threatening."
C) "Be sure to get all immunizations as recommended."
D) "You need to avoid pregnancy while taking this steroid."
Q2) The nurse is teaching a patient who will begin taking basiliximab in conjunction with a kidney transplant.The patient asks why this therapy is needed.The nurse will explain that with this therapy
A) the immune system is boosted.
B) the drug is taken by mouth before and after the transplant surgery.
C) nausea, vomiting, fever, and chills are common side effects.
D) it is safe to become pregnant.
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Q1) Which is an example of acquired passive immunity?
A) Administration of IgG to an unimmunized person exposed to a disease
B) Administration of an antigen via an immunization
C) Inherent resistance to a disease antigen
D) Immune response to an attenuated virus
Q2) A woman who is pregnant tells the nurse she has not had any vaccines but wants to begin so that she can protect her unborn child.Which vaccine(s)may be administered to this patient?
A) Human papillomavirus (HPV) quadrivalent vaccine (Gardasil)
B) Trivalent influenza vaccine
C) Measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine
D) Varicella vaccine
Q3) The nurse is preparing to administer rotavirus vaccine to a 4-month-old infant.The nurse notes that the infant received RV1 vaccine at 2 months of age.The nurse will plan to administer
A) RV1 today.
B) RV1 today and again at age 6 months.
C) RV5 today.
D) RV5 today and again at age 6 months.
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Chapter 32: Anticancer Drugs
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving vincristine (Oncovin),a plant alkaloid chemotherapeutic agent,to treat non-Hodgkin lymphoma.The nurse observes that the patient has difficulty walking.What action will the nurse take?
A) Ask about numbness or tingling in the fingers and toes.
B) Assess heart rate and blood pressure to evaluate for orthostatic hypotension.
C) Assess the temperature to evaluate for infection.
D) Request an order for a complete blood count and electrolytes.
Q2) The nurse is teaching a patient who will take oral cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan).Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
A) "I should follow a diet high in organ meats and beans while taking this drug."
B) "I should brush my teeth and gums vigorously twice daily."
C) "I should report any low-grade temperature elevation immediately."
D) "I should take the drug at bedtime to minimize side effects."
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Chapter 33: Targeted Therapies to Treat Cancer
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Q1) The nurse is teaching a patient who will begin receiving targeted therapy for cancer.The patient asks how targeted therapy differs from other types of chemotherapies.The nurse will explain that targeted therapy
A) damages cancer cell DNA to prevent cell replication.
B) directly kills or damages cancerous cells.
C) interferes with specific molecules in cancer cells.
D) prevents metastasis of cancer cells.
Q2) A patient who has metastatic colorectal cancer tells the nurse that a cousin who had colorectal cancer received bevacizumab (Avastin)and wonders why this drug is not given to her.The nurse will explain that her cancer cells do not have
A) significant HER2 receptors.
B) epidermal growth factor receptor-tyrosine kinase.
C) the BRCA1 suppressor gene.
D) vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) proteins.
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Chapter 34: Biologic Response Modifiers
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Q1) A patient with cancer is receiving aldesleukin.The patient reports black stools,which the nurse recognizes as
A) a sign of cancer metastasis.
B) an indication of gastrointestinal bleeding.
C) caused by inadequate hydration.
D) renal failure.
Q2) The nurse is preparing to give sargramostim to a patient who has acute myelogenous leukemia.The nurse assesses a heart rate of 78 beats per minute and a blood pressure of 120/70 mm Hg.The patient reports shortness of breath and has a cough and bilateral crackles.What will the nurse do next?
A) Contact the provider; discuss giving a lower dose.
B) Contact the pharmacist; request a bronchodilator.
C) Contact the pharmacist; request an order for furosemide.
D) Contact the provider; suggest administration of antibiotics.
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Chapter 35: Upper Respiratory Disorders
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Q1) A patient is admitted to the hospital after developing pneumonia.During the admission assessment,the patient reports having used a nasal decongestant spray for the past few weeks but thinks the nasal congestion is getting worse.The nurse will
A) request an order for a systemic decongestant medication.
B) request an order so the patient can continue to use the decongestant spray.
C) tell the patient the congestion will clear up after stopping the spray.
D) tell the patient to increase oral fluid intake.
Q2) A patient with COPD who has a persistent nonproductive cough asks about a medication that will not cause sedation.The nurse will encourage the patient to discuss which medication with the provider?
A) Benzonatate HCl (Tessalon Perles)
B) Dextromethorphan hydrobromide (Benylin DM)
C) Guaifenesin and codeine
D) Promethazine with dextromethorphan
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Chapter 36: Lower Respiratory Disorders
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a patient recently diagnosed with mild emphysema and provides teaching about the disease and medications for treatment.Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the medication regimen?
A) "I should use albuterol when my symptoms worsen."
B) "I will need to take oral prednisone on a daily basis."
C) "My provider will prescribe prophylactic antibiotics."
D) "My symptoms are reversible with proper medications."
Q2) A patient who has been taking theophylline at home reports having palpitations and jitteriness.What action will the nurse take?
A) Ask the patient if herbal medications are used.
B) Notify the provider to report theophylline toxicity.
C) Recommend that the patient increase fluid intake.
D) Request an order for renal function studies.
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Chapter 37: Cardiac Glycosides, Antianginals, and Antidysrhythmics
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Q1) A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)has increasing dyspnea and is being evaluated for HF.Which test will be ordered to help differentiate between dyspnea due to lung dysfunction and dyspnea due to HF?
A) Atrial natriuretic hormone (ANH) level
B) Brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) level
C) Cardiac enzymes
D) Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Q2) The nurse is teaching a patient about sublingual nitroglycerin administration.What information will the nurse include when teaching this patient?
A) Call 911 if pain does not improve after three doses.
B) If pain persists after one dose, administer a second dose.
C) Swallow the tablet with small sips of water.
D) Take the first tablet while sitting or lying down.
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Chapter 38: Diuretics
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a patient who is taking hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL)and digoxin (Lanoxin).Which potential electrolyte imbalance will the nurse monitor for in this patient?
A) Hypermagnesemia
B) Hypernatremia
C) Hypocalcemia
D) Hypokalemia
Q2) The nurse is caring for a patient who is to begin receiving a thiazide diuretic to treat heart failure.When performing a health history on this patient,the nurse will be concerned about a history of which condition?
A) Asthma
B) Glaucoma
C) Gout
D) Hypertension
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Chapter 39: Antihypertensives
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a 70-year-old patient who has recently begun taking amlodipine (Norvasc)5 mg/day to control hypertension.The nurse notes mild edema of the patient's ankles,a blood pressure of 130/70 mm Hg,and a heart rate of 80 beats per minute.The patient reports flushing and dizziness.The nurse will notify the provider and A) ask to decrease the dose to 2.5 mg/day.
B) discuss twice daily dosing.
C) request an order for a diuretic.
D) suggest adding propranolol to the regimen.
Q2) The nurse is caring for a patient who experiences a rapid rise in blood pressure.The nurse will contact the provider to discuss administering which medication?
A) Amlodipine (Norvasc)
B) Nifedipine (Procardia)
C) Nifedipine extended release (Procardia XL)
D) Verapamil (Calan)
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Q1) A patient is taking clopidogrel bisulfate (Plavix).When teaching this patient about dietary restrictions while taking this medication,the nurse will instruct the patient to avoid excessive consumption of which food?
A) Garlic
B) Grapefruit
C) Green, leafy vegetables
D) Red meats
Q2) The nurse has just begun administering intravenous streptokinase (Streptase).The nurse assesses vital signs and notes a temperature of 37° C,a heart rate of 70 beats per minute,and a blood pressure of 88/58 mm Hg.The nurse will contact the provider to
A) request an adjustment of the streptokinase dose.
B) request an order for aminocaproic acid (Amicar).
C) request epinephrine to prevent anaphylaxis.
D) report potential hemorrhage in this patient.
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Chapter 41: Antihyperlipidemics and Peripheral
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Q1) A patient,who has intermittent claudication,has been taking 400 mg of pentoxifylline (Trental)three times daily with meals for 2 weeks.The patient calls the clinic and reports mild flushing,occasional gastrointestinal upset,and continued pain in both legs.How will the nurse advise the patient?
A) "Expect side effects to diminish as drug effects increase in several weeks."
B) "Notify the provider of the continued pain and request increasing the dose."
C) "Take a daily aspirin tablet to enhance the effects of pentoxifylline."
D) "Take the medication 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal."
Q2) A patient begins taking cholestyramine (Questran)to treat hyperlipidemia.The patient reports abdominal discomfort and constipation.The nurse will provide which instruction to the patient?
A) Increase fluid and slowly increase fiber intake.
B) Stop taking the medication immediately.
C) Take an over-the-counter laxative.
D) Take the medication on an empty stomach.
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Chapter 42: Gastrointestinal Tract Disorders
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Q1) The nurse is teaching a patient who is about to take a long car trip about using dimenhydrinate (Dramamine)to prevent motion sickness.What information is important to include when teaching this patient?
A) "Do not drive while taking this medication."
B) "Dry mouth is a sign of toxicity with this medication."
C) "Take the medication 1 to 2 hours prior to beginning the trip."
D) "Take 100 mg up to 6 times daily for best effect."
Q2) The nurse is instructing a patient who will take psyllium (Metamucil)to treat constipation.What information will the nurse include when teaching this patient?
A) The importance of consuming adequate amounts of water
B) The need to monitor for systemic side effects
C) The onset of action of 30 to 60 minutes after administration
D) The need to use the dry form of Metamucil to prevent cramping
Q3) A patient reports having three to four stools,which are sometimes hard,per week.The nurse will perform which action?
A) Recommend increased fluids and dietary fiber.
B) Request an order for a laxative as needed.
C) Request an order for a stool softener.
D) Suggest discussing chronic constipation with the provider.
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Chapter 43: Antiulcer Drugs
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Q1) Which antacid is likely to cause acid rebound?
A) Aluminum hydroxide
B) Calcium carbonate
C) Magnesium hydroxide
D) Magnesium trisilicate
Q2) A male patient who has been taking a histamine<sub>2</sub> blocker for several months reports decreased libido and breast swelling.What will the nurse do?
A) Contact the provider to report possible drug toxicity.
B) Reassure the patient that these symptoms will stop when the drug is discontinued.
C) Request an order for serum hormone levels.
D) Suggest that the patient see an endocrinologist.
Q3) An elderly patient reports using Maalox frequently to treat acid reflux.The nurse should notify the patient's provider to request an order for which laboratory tests?
A) Liver enzymes and serum calcium
B) Liver enzymes and serum magnesium
C) Renal function tests and serum calcium
D) Renal function tests and serum magnesium
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Chapter 44: Eye and Ear Disorders
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Q1) A patient has an infection of the eyelash follicles and in the gland on the eyelid margin.The nurse recognizes these symptoms as being consistent with which condition?
A) Blepharitis
B) Chalazion
C) Endophthalmitis
D) Hordeolum
Q2) The nurse is administering timolol (Timoptic)eye drops to a patient who has glaucoma.To prevent bradycardia,the nurse will perform which action?
A) Apply pressure to the lacrimal ducts.
B) Have the patient sit up after instilling the drops.
C) Prepare to administer an alpha-adrenergic agonist.
D) Wait 5 minutes between drops.
Q3) The parent of a toddler asks the nurse what can be done to prevent otitis media.What will the nurse recommend?
A) Administer diphenhydramine when the child has a runny nose.
B) Give phenylephrine (Neo-Synephrine Ophthalmic) to prevent congestion.
C) Keep the child's immunizations up to date.
D) Remove cerumen with carbamide peroxide (Auro Ear Drops).
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Chapter 45: Dermatologic Disorders
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Q1) A female patient has begun using 2% minoxidil (Rogaine)to treat thinning of her hair.After several weeks of treatment,she reports minimal effectiveness but has noticed some improvement.The nurse will counsel her to perform which action?
A) Continue to use the 2% minoxidil.
B) Change to finasteride (Propecia).
C) Discontinue the minoxidil.
D) Increase to 5% minoxidil.
Q2) A patient who has extensive second- and third-degree burns will use mafenide acetate (Sulfamylon)to treat the burns.What is an important aspect of care for this patient?
A) Assess for fluid overload.
B) Explain that this medication will decrease pain.
C) Monitor the patient's electrolytes.
D) Teach the patient how to use sterile technique at home.
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Chapter 46: Pituitary, Thyroid, Parathyroid, and Adrenal Disorders
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Q1) A patient is taking prednisolone and fludrocortisone (Florinef).When teaching this patient about dietary intake,the nurse will instruct the patient to consume a diet
A) high in carbohydrates.
B) high in fat.
C) high in protein.
D) low in potassium.
Q2) The nurse is caring for a patient who is being treated for hypothyroidism.The patient reports insomnia,nervousness,and flushing of the skin.Before notifying the provider,the nurse will perform which action?
A) Assess serum glucose to evaluate possible hypoglycemia.
B) Check the patient's heart rate to assess for tachycardia.
C) Perform an assessment of hydration status.
D) Take the patient's temperature to evaluate for infection.
Q3) Which would be a contraindication for hormone therapy with somatropin (Genotropin)in a school-age child?
A) Asthma
B) Dwarfism
C) Enuresis
D) Prader-Willi syndrome
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Chapter 47: Antidiabetics
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Q1) The patient asks the nurse about storing insulin.Which response by the nurse is correct?
A) "All insulin vials must be refrigerated."
B) "Insulin will last longer if kept in the freezer."
C) "Opened vials of insulin must be discarded."
D) "Some combination pens do not require refrigeration."
Q2) Which statement by a patient who will begin using an external insulin pump indicates understanding of this device?
A) "I will have an increased risk for hypoglycemia."
B) "I will leave this on when bathing or swimming."
C) "I will not need to count carbohydrates anymore."
D) "I will still need to monitor serum glucose."
Q3) The nurse is teaching a group of nursing students about diabetes.The nurse explains that which type of diabetes is the most common?
A) Type 1 diabetes mellitus
B) Type 2 diabetes mellitus
C) Diabetes insipidus
D) Secondary diabetes
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Chapter 48: Urinary Disorders
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Q1) The nurse is preparing to administer a phenazopyridine HCl (Pyridium)dose to a patient who has diabetes.The nurse notes that the patient has a positive Clinitest.What will the nurse do next?
A) Encourage the patient to increase oral fluid intake.
B) Hold the dose until the patient's Clinitest is negative.
C) Notify the provider of the patient's hyperglycemia.
D) Request an order for serum blood glucose.
Q2) A 25-year-old female patient reports urinary frequency with pain on urination,flank pain,fever,and chills.The nurse recognizes these symptoms as characteristic of which condition?
A) Cystitis
B) Dysuria
C) Pyelonephritis
D) Urethritis
Q3) Which side effects are common to most urinary antiseptics?
A) Dyspnea and chest pain
B) Nausea and vomiting
C) Peripheral neuritis
D) Visual disturbances
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Chapter 49: Pregnancy and Preterm Labor
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a woman who is in labor and has a blood pressure of 180/98 mm Hg with proteinuria of 400 mg/24 h.The woman is receiving magnesium sulfate.The woman becomes lethargic with slurring of her speech and decreased muscle tone.Her serum magnesium sulfate level is 11 mEq/L.The nurse recognizes which condition in this patient?
A) Abruptio placenta
B) Hypertensive crisis
C) Impending eclampsia
D) Magnesium toxicity
Q2) A woman who is pregnant tells the nurse she has frequent heartburn in spite of eating small meals slowly; avoiding greasy,gas-forming foods; and remaining upright for 30 min after eating.The nurse will recommend which over-the-counter product?
A) Alka-Seltzer
B) Magaldrate
C) Pepcid
D) TUMS
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Chapter 50: Labor, Delivery, and Postpartum
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Q1) The nurse administers meperidine (Demerol)to a woman who is in early labor.Immediately after the drug is given,the woman's labor progresses quickly,and she delivers her infant.The nurse will monitor the infant closely for which condition?
A) Opioid withdrawal syndrome
B) Orthostatic hypotension
C) Respiratory depression
D) Tachycardia and poor perfusion
Q2) The nurse is caring for a woman who is in active labor and wants to receive a drug for severe pain immediately.Her intravenous line has just infiltrated.The nurse will perform which action?
A) Administer fentanyl intramuscularly.
B) Contact the provider for an order for IM meperidine (Demerol).
C) Give the woman promethazine (Phenergan)
D) Request an order for hydroxyzine (Vistaril).
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Q1) A woman who has just delivered her infant observes the nurse administering ophthalmic ointment into her infant's eyes,and she asks why this is being done.The nurse will explain that this ointment is given for which purpose?
A) To prevent chemical conjunctivitis
B) To prevent infection
C) To provide moisture
D) To treat infection
Q2) The nurse is instructing a nursing student who will administer erythromycin ophthalmic ointment and phytonadione (vitamin K)injection to a newborn infant.The nurse will instruct the student to perform which action?
A) Administer the ointment after giving the injection.
B) Apply a 1-cm ribbon of ointment to the infant's eyes.
C) Apply the ointment along the lower border of the upper eyelids.
D) Warm the ointment in a warmer before applying.
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Q1) A 45-year-old woman who has not had a period for 15 months reports severe hot flashes and poor sleep.The nurse reviews information about hormone replacement therapy and tells this woman that hormone therapy
A) is very safe and may be used freely to treat menopausal symptoms. B) may be used indefinitely to treat menopausal symptoms. C) should be used at the lowest dose possible for less than 5 years. D) will be necessary to prevent osteoporosis caused by estrogen depletion.
Q2) The parent of a 16-year-old female tells the nurse that the child has not had a menstrual period in spite of having breast and pubic hair development.The nurse recognizes this as characteristic of which condition?
A) Dysmenorrhea
B) Hypothyroidism
C) Primary amenorrhea
D) Secondary amenorrhea
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Chapter 53: Mens Reproductive Health
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Q1) A man who has been using androgen therapy tells the nurse that he and his wife wish to conceive a pregnancy.The nurse will tell this patient that
A) androgen therapy will not harm the fetus.
B) he will need to increase his dose of testosterone to increase his sperm count.
C) it may take 3 months after cessation of androgen therapy to conceive.
D) there should be no problems conceiving while using androgen therapy.
Q2) The nurse provides teaching to a man who will begin using an Androderm testosterone patch.Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
A) "I may stop using Androderm when my serum testosterone is normal."
B) "I should apply this to any skin other than the scrotum or bony areas."
C) "I will apply two skin patches every morning after a shower."
D) "My serum testosterone will continue to rise with each day of use."
Q3) The oral antiandrogen drug flutamide (Eulexin)is used to treat which condition?
A) Benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH)
B) Breast cancer
C) Male-pattern baldness
D) Metastatic prostate cancer
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Chapter 54: Sexually Transmitted Infections
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Q1) A woman is diagnosed with herpes simplex virus (genital herpes).Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the medication regime?
A) "Antiviral drugs, it taken long enough, can cure the virus."
B) "I can take a drug that reduces the frequency of outbreaks."
C) "If I am taking antiviral medication, I cannot pass the virus on to my partner."
D) "I can use the medications once a month to treat symptoms."
Q2) The nurse is teaching the parent of an 11-year-old girl about the Gardasil vaccine.What will the nurse include in teaching?
A) "Gardasil is given to females and not to males."
B) "Gardasil protects against cervical dysplasia."
C) "Gardasil reduces the need for routine Pap smears."
D) "Gardasil will be given as a single injection."
Q3) A woman is diagnosed with gonorrhea and asks the nurse about treatment.Which statement will the nurse include in teaching?
A) "Ceftriaxone IM is prescribed."
B) "Erythromycin ointment is prescribed."
C) "IM ceftriaxone and oral azithromycin are prescribed."
D) "Oral doxycycline is prescribed."
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Chapter 55: Adult and Pediatric Emergency Drugs
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Q1) A patient is brought to the emergency department with severe wheezing,dyspnea,and peripheral edema.The nurse assesses a respiratory rate of 30 breaths per minute,a heart rate of 88 beats per minute,and a blood pressure of 88/54 mm Hg.Which medication does the nurse expect to be given initially?
A) Albuterol
B) Diphenhydramine
C) Dopamine
D) Epinephrine
Q2) The nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving magnesium sulfate for ventricular tachycardia.The nurse assesses a heart rate of 68 beats per minute,a respiratory rate of 10 breaths per minute,a blood pressure of 90/60 mm Hg,and decreased deep tendon reflexes.The nurse understands that these are signs of which condition?
A) Hyperkalemia
B) Hypermagnesemia
C) Impending cardiac arrest
D) Renal compromise
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