Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam
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Course Introduction
Medical-Surgical Nursing is a foundational course designed to equip nursing students with the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking abilities necessary to care for adult patients experiencing a wide range of medical and surgical conditions. The course covers pathophysiology, assessment, diagnostic procedures, and evidence-based interventions related to various body systems, including cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, and neurological systems. Emphasis is placed on pre-operative and post-operative care, patient education, drug administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure holistic and safe patient outcomes. Through a combination of theoretical content and clinical practice, students develop competency in managing acute and chronic illnesses, preventing complications, and promoting recovery in diverse healthcare settings.
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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Sample Questions
Q1) The nurse receives a call from a patient who recently began taking Zyrtec (cetirizine)5 mg daily.The patient reports that her mouth frequently feels dry.Which of the following responses by the nurse is best?
A)"Dry mouth is a common side effect of Zyrtec.Rinse your mouth frequently,and try using sugarless chewing gum or candy for relief."
B)"You may be taking too strong of a dose.You should take half a pill each day to reduce the risk of side effects."
C)"You might be having an allergic reaction to the medication.Are you able to come to the doctor's office today?"
D)"It is important that you take the medication with a full meal and drink at least 12 glasses of water each day."
Answer: A
Q2) For chondroitin to be effective it should be taken:
A)As needed
B)Once a week
C)Once a month
D)For an extended period of time
Answer: D
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Chapter 2: Detecting and Managing Adverse Drug Reactions
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a patient taking Xenical (orlistat).Which of the following symptoms would be most concerning to the nurse?
A)Nausea and vomiting
B)Orange-colored oil noted in stool
C)Reports of fecal urgency
D)Flatus with discharge
Answer: A
Q2) The nurse is caring for a patient with tuberculosis who is on a diet with honey-thick liquids.Which action should the nurse take to administer the dose of Rifadin (rifampin)?
A)Obtain the medication in liquid form.
B)Give the pill with a small sip of water.
C)Call the pharmacy to request a parenteral dose.
D)Open the capsule onto a spoonful of applesauce.
Answer: D
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Chapter 3: Drug Monographs in Alphabetical Order
Generic Name
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Q1) The nurse responds to a call light for a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and finds the client slightly dyspneic with a respiratory rate of 20 and wheezing noted in the anterior and posterior upper lung fields.The nurse knows the client has orders for Arcapta (indacaterol)inhaler once daily,which is due in 1 hr.Which of the following actions by the nurse is best?
A)Provide the Arcapta (indacaterol)inhaler at this time.
B)Check the client's temperature.
C)Determine if the client has an order for other respiratory inhalers/treatment.
D)Identify the most recent chest x-ray results.
Answer: C
Q2) A client with Alzheimer is started on Razadyne (galantamine)4 mg twice daily.The family has been told to return to the physician's office in 4 wk.Which of the following statements by the nurse is best?
A)"Sometimes a higher dose of this medication is needed to see improvement."
B)"You should notice improvement within a day or two."
C)"If you forget a dose one day,just have her take two the next day."
D)"This medication can cause dizziness so be extra careful to avoid falls."
Answer: D
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Chapter 4: Drugs Approved in Canada
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Q1) While preparing to give morning medications,Remeron (mirtazapine)was newly ordered for the patient to begin this morning.The nurse would immediately call the physician to question this order if which of the following medications was included in the patient's list of home medications?
A)Enteric coated aspirin
B)Lasix (furosemide)
C)Digoxin (lanoxin)
D)Nardil (phenelzine)
Q2) While reviewing a client's medication list,the nurse notes the client takes Oleptro (trazodone)50 mg three times daily.The nurse recognizes this medication has multiple indications and is used both on and off label for various reasons including which of the following? Select all that apply.
A)Insomnia
B)Chronic pain syndromes
C)Appetite stimulation
D)Major depression
E)Migraine headaches
F)Diabetic neuropathy
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