Medical-Surgical Nursing Practice Exam
Course Introduction
Medical-Surgical Nursing is a foundational course that introduces students to the principles and practices involved in caring for adult patients experiencing a wide range of acute and chronic health conditions. The course covers key concepts related to patient assessment, evidence-based interventions, pathophysiology, pharmacological management, and the use of clinical judgment in addressing complex health problems. Emphasis is placed on holistic care, communication, safety, and interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure optimal patient outcomes in diverse healthcare settings. Through theoretical instruction and clinical experiences, students develop critical thinking, technical skills, and ethical decision-making essential for effective nursing practice in medical-surgical environments.
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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 nursing instructor is reviewing the administration of Levemir (insulin-detemir)via injectable pen.The instructor would be most concerned by which of the following statements by the student? Select all that apply.
A)"I have to rotate the pen a few times before I set the dose."
B)"I need a special needle so I make sure to get the insulin into muscle tissue."
C)"It is important to rotate sites to prevent tissue damage."
D)"The expiration date is not important on single-patient administration devices."
E)"This medication is usually given once a day with dinner or at bedtime."
F)"I should store this pen in the refrigerator once I provide the dose."
Answer: B,D,F
Q2) What is the proper action to prepare for the administration of Pulmicort Respules?
A)Attach medication to a spacer.
B)Place medication in a nebulizer equipped with a mouthpiece or face mask.
C)Rotate diskus unit to proper dose prior to dispensing medication.
D)Shake medication vigorously to mix medication.
Answer: B
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Chapter 2: Detecting and Managing Adverse Drug Reactions
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a patient who has an order for Osmitrol (mannitol)1 g/kg to be infused over an hour.Which of the following actions should the nurse take prior to administering the medication?
A)Assess deep tendon reflexes.
B)Determine the blood pressure.
C)Evaluate level of consciousness.
D)Listen to bowel sounds.
Answer: B
Q2) The nurse is caring for a woman with metastatic breast cancer who was recently admitted with hypercalcemia.Which of the following medications does the nurse anticipate would be included in the treatment plan?
A)Zometa (zoledronic acid)
B)Oscal (calcium carbonate)
C)Sandostatin (octreotide)
D)Emend (aprepitant)
Answer: A
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Chapter 3: Drug Monographs in Alphabetical Order by
Generic Name
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Q1) A nurse from the medical unit is floated to the surgical unit.While preparing to provide morning medications,the nurse realizes many clients are taking Demerol (meperidine)and knows the drug must be given cautiously or in reduced doses to which of the following clients? Select all that apply.
A)A 42-year-old patient taking Nitro-Bid (nitroglycerine)
B)A 68-year-old patient taking Prozac (fluoxetine)
C)A 74-year-old patient taking Matulane (procarbazine)
D)A 66-year-old patient taking Dilantin (phenytoin)
E)A 51-year-old patient taking Zovirax (acyclovir)
F)A 76-year-old patient taking Synthroid (levothyroxine)
Answer: C,D,E
Q2) The nurse is providing Ethyol (amifostine)to a 51-year-old woman with ovarian cancer who is also receiving Cisplatin.Which of the following nursing assessments during the infusion is of the highest priority?
A)Monitor client blood sugar every hr.
B)Monitor client's respiratory rate every 30 min.
C)Monitor client's blood pressure every 5 min.
D)Monitor client's urine output every 4 hr.
Answer: C
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Chapter 4: Drugs Approved in Canada
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Q1) The student nurse reviews a list of medications a client takes at home.Prandin (repaglinide)is on the list.The student expects this medication is provided in which of the following ways?
A)Topically
B)Rectally
C)Orally
D)Subcutaneously
Q2) In reviewing new orders,the nurse notes Starlix (nateglinide)120 mg three times daily before meals has been ordered.Before initiating therapy,the nurse should assess for which of the following?
A)Blood sugar
B)Respiratory rate
C)Level of consciousness
D)Creatinine clearance
Q3) While providing care for a client in the intensive care unit,the nurse is preparing to initiate therapy with Nitropress (nitroprusside).Orders are to start the infusion at 0.3 mcg/kg/min.The client weighs 154 pounds.The IV fluid has been sent with 50 mg in 250 mL D5W.Calculate the rate of medication in mL/hr.______________ mL/hr
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