Nursing Pharmacology
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Course Introduction
Nursing Pharmacology is a course designed to provide nursing students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles of pharmacology and the application of drug therapy in clinical practice. The course covers drug classifications, mechanisms of action, therapeutic uses, side effects, interactions, and safe medication administration. Students learn to assess patient needs, monitor for adverse reactions, and educate patients about medications. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based practice, legal and ethical considerations, and the nurses role in promoting optimal therapeutic outcomes across diverse patient populations.
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Pharmacology A Patient Centered Nursing Process Approach 8th Edition by Kee
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Chapter 1: Drug Action: Pharmaceutic, Pharmacokinetic, and Pharmacodynamic Phases
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Q1) The nurse is preparing to administer an oral medication and wants to ensure a rapid drug action.Which form of the medication will the nurse administer?
A)Capsule
B)Enteric-coated pill
C)Liquid suspension
D)Tablet
Answer: C
Q2) The nurse is explaining to the patient why a nonspecific drug has so many side effects.Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
A)"Nonspecific drugs can affect specific receptor types in different body tissues."
B)"Nonspecific drugs can affect a variety of receptor types in similar body tissues."
C)"Nonspecific drugs can affect hormone secretion as well as cellular functions."
D)"Nonspecific drugs require higher doses than specific drugs to be effective."
Answer: D
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Chapter 2: The Drug Approval Process
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Q1) The nurse reviews information about a drug and notes the initials "USP" after the drug's official name.The nurse understands that this designation indicates the drug
A)is a controlled substance.
B)is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
C)is available in generic form.
D)meets quality and safety standards.
Answer: D
Q2) A patient is taking methadone as part of a heroin withdrawal program.The nurse understands that,in this instance,methadone is classified as which drug schedule?
A)C-I
B)C-II
C)C-III
D)C-V
Answer: B
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Chapter 3: Cultural and Pharmacogenetic Considerations
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Q1) The nurse is caring for an African-American patient who is taking warfarin (Coumadin)to prevent blood clots.The nurse will monitor this patient carefully for which effect?
A)Decreased therapeutic effects
B)Heightened risk for hemorrhage
C)Increased risk of hypersensitivity
D)Potential risk of paradoxical effects
Answer: A
Q2) The nurse is preparing to discuss long-term care needs with a patient newly diagnosed with a chronic disease.The patient is of Latin American descent.The nurse will plan to take which action when teaching this patient?
A)Discussing long-term outcomes associated with compliance of the prescribed regimen
B)Highlighting various traditional healing practices that will not be effective for this patient's care
C)Providing factual information and answering all questions as they arise
D)Providing teaching in increments,allowing periods of silence to allow assimilation of information
Answer: C
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Q1) A patient who takes the anticoagulant warfarin will begin taking the anticonvulsant drug carbamazepine.The nurse reviews the drug information for these drugs and learns that carbamazepine is a hepatic enzyme inducer.The nurse anticipates that the provider will make which dosage adjustment?
A)Decrease the dose of carbamazepine
B)Increase the dose of carbamazepine
C)Decrease the dose of warfarin
D)Increase the dose of warfarin
Q2) A patient who takes a drug that undergoes gastric absorption will begin taking an opioid analgesic after sustaining an injury in a motor vehicle accident.The nurse will observe the patient closely for which effects?
A)Decreased effects of the first drug
B)Increased effects of the first drug
C)Decreased effects of the narcotic
D)Increased effects of the narcotic
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Chapter 5: Drugs of Abuse
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Q1) The nurse is teaching a patient who has completed detoxification for alcohol abuse who will be discharged home with a prescription for disulfiram (Antabuse).Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
A)"Even topical products containing alcohol can have serious adverse effects while I am taking this drug."
B)"If I experience drowsiness or skin rash,I should discontinue this drug immediately."
C)"It is safe to take a product containing alcohol one week after the last dose of disulfiram."
D)"This drug acts by blocking the pleasurable effects of alcohol."
Q2) A patient is brought to the emergency department after ingesting an overdose of lorazepam (Ativan)several hours prior.The patient has a respiratory rate of 6 to 10 breaths per minute and is unconscious.The nurse will prepare to perform which action?
A)Administer activated charcoal.
B)Give flumazenil (Romazicon).
C)Give naloxone (Narcan).
D)Perform gastric lavage.
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Chapter 6: Herbal Therapies
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Q1) 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."
Q2) A patient who has HIV asks the nurse about taking echinacea to improve immune function.What will the nurse tell this patient?
A)"The root extract is useful for treating upper respiratory and urinary tract infections."
B)"This use is currently being studied in patients who have HIV."
C)"Use it as needed when antibiotics fail to treat your infections."
D)"You may use it safely up to 8 weeks at a time as a preventive medication."
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Chapter 7: Pediatric Pharmacology
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Q1) A 2-year-old child will receive several doses of an intramuscular medication.The nurse caring for this child will use which intervention to help the child cope with this regimen?
A)Allowing the child to give "pretend" shots to a doll with an empty syringe
B)Allowing the child to select a Band-Aid to wear after each medication is given
C)Ensuring privacy while giving the medication
D)Explaining that the medicine will help the child to feel better
Q2) The nurse is preparing to give a 7-year-old child a bitter-tasting oral medication.The child asks the nurse if the medicine tastes bad.To help the child take this medication,which action will the nurse take?
A)Allow the child to delay taking the medication until the parent arrives.
B)Enlist the assistance of other staff to help restrain the child.
C)Tell the child that it doesn't taste bad if it is swallowed quickly.
D)Tell the child that it tastes bad and offer a choice of beverages to drink afterwards.
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Chapter 8: Geriatric Pharmacology
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Q1) An older patient takes ibuprofen for arthritis pain.The patient tells the nurse that the ibuprofen causes gastrointestinal (GI)upset.Which action will the nurse take with this patient?
A)Ask the provider about having the patient take a different medication.
B)Instruct the patient to cut the ibuprofen dose in half to avoid GI upset.
C)Explain that all drugs have adverse effects.
D)Explore options to help decrease the drug side effects.
Q2) 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 liver function tests
D)Suspecting impaired renal function
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Chapter 9: Collaboration in Community Settings
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Q1) The school nurse happens to observe a child pulling a pill out of a backpack and preparing to take it.What action will the nurse take?
A)Ask the child to describe the medication,dose,and reason for taking it.
B)Ask the child to keep all pills in the nurse's office.
C)Call the child's provider for a telephone order to give the medication.
D)Contact the child's parent to request a properly labeled prescription.
Q2) A nursing student is working as a home health aide.The patient asks the aide to give a medication,and the aide calls the nurse for permission to perform this task.Which is the correct response by the nurse?
A)"I can authorize you to give this medication."
B)"If you have taken a pharmacology course,you may give the medication."
C)"You may assist the patient to self-administer the medication."
D)"You should never assist with medications in the home setting."
Q3) A patient calls the clinic and tells the nurse that a newly prescribed medication isn't working.What is the nurse's next action?
A)Notify the provider and discuss increasing the dose.
B)Question the patient about compliance with the regimen.
C)Review the drug information with the patient.
D)Suggest the patient discuss changing medications with the provider.
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Chapter 10: The Role of the Nurse in Drug Research
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Q1) The nurse is assisting with data collection in a study of drug effects in healthy subjects.The nurse assists with blood and urine collection to determine serum drug levels and the presence of metabolites in the urine.Which phase of a drug study does this represent?
A)Phase I
B)Phase II
C)Phase III
D)Phase IV
Q2) A clinical drug trial is concluding a study of pharmacokinetics and safety of a drug in healthy individuals.The nurse will assist enrollment of participants into the next phase of the study and will include which subjects?
A)Healthy subjects
B)Healthy and ill subjects
C)Subjects with the disease the drug will treat
D)Subjects with other diseases
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Chapter 11: The Nursing Process in Patient-Centered Pharmacotherapy
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Q1) The nurse provides teaching about the sedative side effects of a medication ordered to be given at 8:00 PM daily.The patient works a 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM shift.The nurse explores options including taking the medication at 8:00 AM instead of in the evening.Which QSEN competency do the nurse's actions best demonstrate?
A)Collaboration and teamwork
B)Evidence-based practice
C)Patient-centered care
D)Patient safety
Q2) A patient will be sent home with a metered-dose inhaler,and the nurse is providing teaching.Which is a correctly written goal for this process?
A)The nurse will demonstrate correct use of a metered-dose inhaler to the patient.
B)The nurse will teach the patient how to administer medication with a metered-dose inhaler.
C)The patient will know how to self-administer the medication using the metered-dose inhaler.
D)The patient will independently administer the medication using the metered-dose inhaler at the end of the session.
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Chapter 12: Safety and Quality in Pharmacotherapy
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Q1) When the nurse practices the "5-plus-5" rights of medication administration,what does it ensure?
A)Adequate information is given
B)Cost-effective use of medications
C)Informed consent for drug administration
D)Safe administration of medications
Q2) In order to ensure that a medication is given to the right patient,the nurse must perform which action?
A)Ask the patient to spell their last name.
B)Match the patient with a photo ID.
C)Swipe a bar code on the patient's ID bracelet.
D)Verify the patient using two identifiers.
Q3) The pediatric nurse reviews a hand-written medication order which reads,"09/16/2013,acetaminophen 160 mg (5 mL)PO q4h for fever." What will the nurse do next?
A)Administer the drug when indicated.
B)Ask the provider to confirm if dose is correct for the patient's age.
C)Clarify the nursing assessments necessary for giving a dose.
D)Contact the provider to request patient allergy information.
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Chapter 13: Medication Administration
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Q1) A patient is ordered to take an extended-release medication twice daily but has difficulty swallowing the tablet because of its size.The nurse will perform which action?
A)Contact the provider to discuss an alternate form of the medication.
B)Crush the tablet and put it in applesauce to help the patient swallow it.
C)Cut the tablet in half so the patient can take it more easily.
D)Dissolve the tablet in liquid.
Q2) The nurse is preparing to start an intravenous (IV)line in a preschool-age child.After applying a eutectic mixture of local anesthetics,what will the nurse do to prepare the child?
A)Describe what the IV line will feel like and how long it will be in place.
B)Explain the purpose of the procedure.
C)Give the child equipment to handle and practice on a doll.
D)Reassure the child that the pain will only last a few minutes.
Q3) A patient asks the nurse why the provider has ordered a transdermal form of a medication.How will the nurse respond?
A)"The patch can always be cut when dosage adjustments are needed."
B)"Drug levels fluctuate less with the patch."
C)"There are fewer systemic side effects with transdermal patches."
D)"There is less risk of toxicity when using a patch."
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Chapter 14: Medications and Calculations
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Q1) Order: trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim)160/800 mg,PO,b.i.d.
Available: Bactrim 80/400-mg tablets
How many tablets will be given per dose?
Q2) Order: 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?
Q3) Order: 1000 mL of lactated Ringer's (LR)solution to be administered in 6 hours
Available: 1 L LR Macrodrip set labeled 10 gtt/mL
a.How many mL of LR will be infused in 1 hour?
b.How many drops per minute (gtt/min)will the patient receive?
Q4) Order: erythromycin 350 mg,PO,q8h.
Available: erythromycin estolate 250 mg/5 mL
How many mL will be given per dose?
Q5) Order: amoxicillin (Amoxil)300 mg,PO,b.i.d.
Available: Amoxil 400 mg/5 mL
How many mL will be given per dose?
Q6) Order: midazolam (Versed)3 mg,IM,STAT
Available: Versed 10 mg/2 mL
How many mL will be given?
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Chapter 15: Vitamin and Mineral Replacement
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Q1) A patient who has type 2 diabetes mellitus asks the nurse about taking chromium supplements.The nurse will tell this patient that taking chromium
A)can increase the risk for ketoacidosis.
B)is not recommended for persons with diabetes.
C)may cause hypoglycemia if taken in large doses.
D)should be taken in doses greater than 200 mcg/day.
Q2) A patient who spends most of the time indoors has been taking megadoses of vitamin D and is worried about vitamin D toxicity.The nurse will tell this patient to report which sign that may indicate vitamin D toxicity?
A)Blurred vision
B)Darkening of the skin
C)Nausea and vomiting
D)Palpitations
Q3) Supplementation with which fat-soluble vitamin should a patient discuss with a provider before having surgery?
A)Vitamin A
B)Vitamin D
C)Vitamin E
D)Vitamin K
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Chapter 16: Fluid and Electrolyte Replacement
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Q1) The provider has ordered Kayexalate and sorbitol to be administered to a patient.The nurse caring for this patient would expect which serum electrolyte values prior to administration of this therapy?
A)Sodium 125 mEq/L and potassium 2.5 mEq/L
B)Sodium 150 mEq/L and potassium 3.6 mEq/L
C)Sodium 135 mEq/L and potassium 6.9 mEq/L
D)Sodium 148 mEq/L and potassium 5.5 mEq/L
Q2) A patient who is being treated for dehydration is receiving 5% dextrose and 0.45% normal saline with 20 mEq/L potassium chloride at a rate of 125 mL/hour.The nurse assuming care for the patient reviews the patient's serum electrolytes and notes a serum sodium level of 140 mEq/L and a serum potassium level of 3.6 mEq/L.The patient had a urine output of 250 mL during the last 12-hour shift.Which action will the nurse take?
A)Contact the patient's provider to discuss increasing the potassium chloride to 40 mEq/L.
B)Continue the intravenous fluids as ordered and reassess the patient frequently.
C)Notify the provider and discuss increasing the rate of fluids to 200 mL/hour.
D)Stop the intravenous fluids and notify the provider of the assessment findings.
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Chapter 17: Nutritional Support
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Q1) The nurse assumes care for a patient who is being treated with enteral feeding.When performing the initial assessment,the nurse finds the patient supine and asleep.The nurse will perform which action?
A)Elevate the head of the bed 30 degrees.
B)Flush the tubing with water.
C)Position the patient to the left side.
D)Temporarily discontinue the infusion.
Q2) The nurse is preparing a patient who will receive intermittent enteral nutrition at home with a hyperosmolar solution.What information will the nurse include when teaching this patient?
A)How to perform the Valsalva maneuver
B)The need to consume extra fluids between feedings
C)The need to decrease dietary fiber
D)The need to remain supine during infusion of the enteral solution
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Chapter 18: Adrenergic Agonists and Adrenergic Blockers
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Q1) A patient who has asthma is diagnosed with hypertension.The nurse understands that which drug will be safe to give this patient?
A)Pindolol (Visken)
B)Metoprolol (Lopressor)
C)Nadolol (Corgard)
D)Propranolol (Inderal)
Q2) A patient will begin taking albuterol (Proventil)to treat asthma.When teaching the patient about this drug,the nurse will make which recommendation?
A)Report rapid or irregular heart rate.
B)Drink 8 to 16 extra ounces of fluid each day.
C)Monitor serum glucose daily.
D)Take a calcium supplement.
Q3) The nurse is teaching a patient how to use phenylephrine HCl (Neo-Synephrine)nasal spray to treat congestion from a viral upper respiratory infection.What instruction will the nurse give the patient?
A)Stop using the medication after 3 days.
B)Spray the medication into the nose while lying supine.
C)Use frequently since systemic side effects do not occur.
D)Use the medication with any other over-the-counter medications.
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Chapter 19: Cholinergic Agonists and Anticholinergics
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Q1) Which cholinesterase inhibitor would be prescribed for a patient who has Alzheimer's disease?
A)Ambenonium chloride (Myletase)
B)Benztropine (Cogentin)
C)Donepezil HCl (Aricept)
D)Neostigmine methylsulfate (Prostigmin)
Q2) The nurse is caring for a male patient with myasthenia gravis who will begin taking ambenonium chloride (Mytelase).When performing a health history,the nurse will be concerned about a history of which condition in this patient?
A)Benign prostatic hypertrophy
B)Chronic constipation
C)Erectile dysfunction
D)Upper respiratory infection
Q3) The nurse is preparing to administer a drug and learns that it is an indirect-acting cholinergic agonist.The nurse understands that this drug
A)acts on muscarinic receptors.
B)acts on nicotinic receptors.
C)inhibits cholinesterase.
D)inhibits cholinergic receptors.
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Chapter 20: Central Nervous System Stimulants
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Q1) The nurse is teaching a parent about methylphenidate (Ritalin)to treat attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).Which statement by the parent indicates understanding of the teaching?
A)"I should consult a pharmacist when giving my child OTC medications."
B)"I will only give my child diet soft drinks while administering this medication."
C)"Medication therapy means that behavioral therapy will not be necessary."
D)"Weight gain is a common side effect of this medication."
Q2) A patient is brought to the emergency department with a drug overdose causing respiratory depression.Which drug will the nurse expect to administer?
A)Albuterol (Proventil)
B)Caffeine (Cafcit)
C)Doxapram (Dopram)
D)Methylphenidate (Ritalin)
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Chapter 21: Central Nervous System Depressants
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Q1) The nurse is preparing a patient for surgery.The patient received a hypnotic medication the night prior and the nurse is administering midazolam (Versed)and atropine.The patient asks why all of these medications are necessary.The nurse will tell the patient that they are given for which reason?
A)To decrease the amount of general anesthesia needed
B)To minimize post-operative drowsiness
C)To prolong the anesthetized state
D)To speed up anesthesia induction
Q2) During balanced anesthesia,which type of medication is given while the surgery is performed?
A)Anticholinergics
B)Benzodiazepines
C)Hypnotics
D)Inhaled anesthetic
Q3) Children who experience nightmares have these during which stage of sleep?
A)Early morning sleep
B)Nonrapid eye movement sleep
C)Rapid eye movement sleep
D)Sleep induction
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Chapter 22: Anticonvulsants
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Q1) A patient who takes phenytoin reports regular alcohol consumption.The nurse might expect a serum phenytoin level in this patient to be in which range?
A)5 to 10 mcg/mL
B)10 to 20 mcg/mL
C)20 to 30 mcg/mL
D)30 to 50 mcg/mL
Q2) A 25 year-old female patient will begin taking phenytoin for epilepsy.The patient tells the nurse she is taking oral contraceptives (OCPs).Which response will the nurse give?
A)"Continue taking OCPs because phenytoin is not safe during pregnancy."
B)"You should use a backup method of contraception along with OCPs."
C)"You should stop taking OCPs because of drug-drug interactions with phenytoin."
D)"You should take low-dose aspirin while taking these medications to reduce your risk of stroke."
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Chapter 23: Drugs for Neurological Disorders: Parkinsonism and Alzheimer
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Q1) The nurse is preparing to administer a first dose of benztropine (Cogentin)to a patient diagnosed with parkinsonism.The nurse would notify the patient's provider if the patient had a history of which condition?
A)Asthma
B)Glaucoma
C)Hypertension
D)Irritable bowel disease
Q2) The nurse is helping to develop a plan of care for a patient who has advanced Alzheimer's disease.The patient will be taking a new medication.Which is a realistic goal for this patient?
A)Demonstrate improved cognitive function.
B)Exhibit improved ability to provide self-care.
C)Receive appropriate assistance for care needs.
D)Show improved memory for recent events.
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Chapter 24: Drugs for Neuromuscular Disorders:
Myasthenia Gravis, Multiple Sclerosis, and Muscle Spasms
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Q1) A client with myasthenia gravis is experiencing a cholinergic crisis.Which symptoms are associated with this condition? (Select all that apply.)
A)Bradycardia
B)Rash
C)Vomiting
D)Fever
E) Drooling
F) Weakness
Q2) The nurse is performing a health history on a patient who has multiple sclerosis.The patient reports episodes of muscle spasticity and recurrence of muscle weakness and diplopia.The nurse will expect this patient to be taking which medication?
A)Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
B)Cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan)
C)Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril)
D)Interferon-B (IFN-B)
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Chapter 25: Antiinflammatory Drugs
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Q1) A patient who has osteoarthritis with mild to moderate pain asks the nurse about taking over-the-counter ibuprofen (Motrin).What will the nurse tell this patient?
A)"It may take several weeks to achieve therapeutic effects."
B)"Unlike aspirin,there is no increased risk of bleeding with ibuprofen."
C)"Take ibuprofen twice daily for maximum analgesic benefit."
D)"Combine ibuprofen with acetaminophen for best effect."
Q2) The nurse is caring for a patient who has rheumatoid arthritis and who is receiving infliximab (Remicade)IV every 8 weeks.Which laboratory test will the nurse anticipate that this patient will need?
A)Calcium level
B)Complete blood count
C)Electrolytes
D)Potassium
Q3) Which are characteristic signs of inflammation? (Select all that apply.)
A)Edema
B)Erythema
C)Heat
D)Numbness
E) Pallor
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Chapter 26: Nonopioid and Opioid Analgesics
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Q1) The nurse administers nalbuphine (Nubain)to a patient who is experiencing severe pain.Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching about this drug?
A)"I may experience unusual dreams while taking this medication."
B)"I may need to use a laxative when taking this drug."
C)"I should ask for assistance when I get out of bed."
D)"I should expect to have more frequent urination."
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 27: Antipsychotics and Anxiolytics
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Q1) A patient who takes loxapine (Loxitane)to treat schizophrenia is noted to be restless and fidgety and is pacing around the room.The nurse caring for this patient will perform which action?
A)Contact the provider to discuss changing to benztropine (Cogentin).
B)Notify the provider of these symptoms and request an order for lorazepam (Ativan).
C)Question the patient about adherence to the drug regimen.
D)Recognize these signs of a serious adverse drug reaction and notify the provider.
Q2) The parent of a young adult who has schizophrenia is concerned that the patient spits out pills that are given.The nurse will suggest contacting the patient's provider to discuss which intervention?
A)Changing to a liquid form of the mediation
B)Providing a home health nurse to supervise medication administration
C)Teaching the patient the importance of taking the medication
D)Weekly intramuscular injections of the medication
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Chapter 28: Antidepressants and Mood Stabilizers
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Q1) A patient who takes a monoamine oxidase (MAO)inhibitor asks the nurse about taking over-the-counter medications to treat cold symptoms.Which medication will the nurse counsel the patient to avoid while taking an MAO inhibitor?
A)Diphenhydramine
B)Guaifenesin
C)Pseudoephedrine
D)Saline nasal spray
Q2) A patient who has a history of migraine headaches is diagnosed with bipolar disorder.The nurse might expect the provider to order which medication for this patient?
A)Carbamazapine (Tegretol)
B)Divalproex (Valproate)
C)Lamotrigine (Lamictal)
D)Lithium citrate (Eskalith)
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Chapter 29: Penicillins and Cephalosporins
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Q1) The nurse is preparing to administer the first dose of an antibiotic to a patient admitted for a urinary tract infection.Which action is most important prior to administering the antibiotic?
A)Administering a small test dose to determine whether hypersensitivity exists
B)Having epinephrine available in the event of a severe hypersensitivity reaction
C)Monitoring baseline vital signs,including temperature and blood pressure
D)Obtaining a specimen for culture and sensitivity
Q2) The nurse is caring for a patient who takes low-dose erythromycin as a prophylactic medication.The patient will begin taking cefaclor for treatment of an acute infection.The nurse should discuss this with the provider because taking both of these medications simultaneously can cause which effect?
A)Decreased effectiveness of cefaclor.
B)Increased effectiveness of cefaclor.
C)Decreased effectiveness of erythromycin.
D)Increased effectiveness of erythromycin.
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving a high dose of intravenous azithromycin to treat an infection.The patient is also taking acetaminophen for pain.The nurse should expect to review which lab values when monitoring for this drug's side effects?
A)Complete blood counts
B)Electrolytes
C)Liver enzymes
D)Urinalysis
Q2) The nurse is preparing to begin a medication regimen for a patient who will receive intravenous ampicillin and gentamicin.Which is an important nursing action?
A)Administer each antibiotic to infuse over 15 to 20 minutes.
B)Order serum peak and trough levels of ampicillin.
C)Prepare the schedule so that the drugs are given at the same time.
D)Set up separate tubing sets for each drug labeled with the drug name and date.
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Chapter 31: Sulfonamides
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a patient who is taking trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX).The nurse learns that the patient takes an angiotension-converting enzyme (ACE)inhibitor.To monitor for drug interactions,the nurse will request an order for which laboratory test(s)?
A)A complete blood count
B)BUN and creatinine
C)Electrolytes
D)Glucose
Q2) The nurse is counseling a patient who will begin taking a sulfonamide drug to treat a urinary tract infection.What information will the nurse include in teaching?
A)"Drink several quarts of water daily."
B)"If stomach upset occurs,take an antacid."
C)"Limit sun exposure to no more than 1 hour each day."
D)"Sore throat is a common,harmless side effect."
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Chapter 32: Antituberculars, Antifungals, Peptides, and
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a patient who is diagnosed with tuberculosis.The patient tells the nurse that the provider plans to order a prophylactic antitubercular drug for family members and asks which drug will be ordered.The nurse will expect the provider to order which drug?
A)Isoniazid (INH)
B)Pyrazinamide
C)Rifampin (Rifadin)
D)Streptomycin
Q2) A client is being treated for tuberculosis.Which medications are used to treat this condition? (Select all that apply.)
A)Streptomycin sulfate
B)Amoxicillin (Amoxil)
C)Ethambutol (Myambutol)
D)Gentamicin (Garamycin)
E) Rifabutin (Mycobutin)
F) Ethionamide (Trecator-SC)
G) Pyrazinamide
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Chapter 33: Antivirals, Antimalarials, and Anthelmintics
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Q1) A patient calls the clinic in November to report a temperature of 103° F,headache,a nonproductive cough,and muscle aches.The patient reports feeling well earlier that day.The nurse will schedule the patient to see the provider and will expect the provider to order which medication?
A)Amantadine HCl (Symmetrel)
B)Influenza vaccine
C)Rimantadine HCl (Flumadine)
D)An over-the-counter drug for symptomatic treatment
Q2) The nurse is teaching a patient who is receiving chloroquine (Aralen)for malaria prophylaxis.Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
A)"I may experience hair discoloration while taking this drug."
B)"I should not take this drug with lemon juice."
C)"I should use sunscreen while taking this drug."
D)"If I have gastrointestinal upset,I should take an antacid."
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Q1) The nurse is preparing to administer methenamine (Hiprex)to a patient who has pyelonephritis.Which action will the nurse perform?
A)Increase fluid intake to 2000 mL per day.
B)Monitor the patient's urine for dark brown color.
C)Order alkaline foods 3 times daily.
D)Request an order for a sulfonamide antibiotic.
Q2) The nurse is caring for a hospitalized patient who has symptoms characteristic of pyelonephritis.Before administering the first dose of the intravenous antibiotic,the nurse will ensure that which action is performed?
A)An antipyretic is administered.
B)A dose of oral antibiotic is given.
C)A urinary analgesic is given.
D)A urine culture is obtained.
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 35: HIV- and AIDS-Related Drugs
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Q1) A patient who will begin antiretroviral therapy reports having trouble sticking with drug regimens in the past.Which action will the nurse take?
A)Ask the patient's family members to administer the medications.
B)Avoid discussing adverse effects to prevent focus on negative aspects of ART.
C)Give a detailed list of medications and stress the need to adhere to the schedule.
D)Offer written and verbal information about each drug's purpose.
Q2) A patient who has recently begun antiretroviral therapy with a combination drug develops immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome (IRIS)with mild symptoms.What does the nurse expect that the provider will order?
A)Administration of a high dose of corticosteroids
B)Changing the regimen to a single antiretroviral drug
C)Temporarily discontinuing the antiretroviral therapy
D)Treating an underlying opportunistic infection
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Chapter 36: Vaccines
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Q1) A provider has ordered Gardasil to be given to a prepubertal 9-year-old female.The parent asks the nurse if this vaccine can be postponed until the child is in high school.The nurse will tell the parent that Gardasil
A)is less effective in older adolescents.
B)is more effective if given before sexual activity begins.
C)is more effective if given prior to the hormonal changes of puberty.
D)is not effective if given after the onset of menses.
Q2) The parent of a 12-month-old child who has received the MMR,Varivax,and hepatitis A vaccines calls the clinic to report redness and swelling at the vaccine injection sites and a temperature of 100.3° F.The nurse will perform which action?
A)Recommend aspirin or an NSAID for pain and fever.
B)Recommend acetaminophen and cold compresses.
C)Report these adverse effects to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).
D)Schedule an appointment in clinic so the provider can evaluate the child.
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Chapter 37: Anticancer Drugs
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Q1) A patient is receiving bleomycin (Blenoxane)as part of a chemotherapeutic regimen to treat leukemia.During intravenous administration of this drug,what will the nurse observe the patient closely for?
A)Hypotension and visual disturbances
B)Pain and blistering at the IV site
C)Pink to red urine
D)Shortness of breath and wheezing
Q2) The nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving a third dose of high-dose cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan).The nurse notes hematuria.The nurse will notify the provider and will perform which action?
A)Ask whether the patient takes allopurinol (Lopurin).
B)Assess the patient's skin and fingernails for darkening.
C)Question the patient about fluid intake.
D)Reassure the patient that this is an expected side effect.
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Chapter 38: Targeted Therapies to Treat Cancer
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Q1) The nurse is preparing to give a dose of dasatinib (Sprycel)to a patient.The nurse notes that the patient has just completed a meal.The tablet is in the packaging but is broken in two pieces.What is the correct action by the nurse?
A)Administer the medication with an antacid.
B)Return the tablet to the pharmacy.
C)Wait for 2 hours before giving the medication.
D)Wear gloves when handling the tablet.
Q2) The nurse is preparing to administer intravenous temsirolimus (Torisel).To prevent a common adverse drug effect,the nurse will expect to administer which type of drug?
A)An antibiotic
B)An anticoagulant
C)An antiemetic
D)An antihistamine
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Chapter 39: Biologic Response Modifiers
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Q1) A patient who has cancer will begin treatment with a colony-stimulating factor.The patient verbalizes understanding of this drug's action with which statement?
A)"This drug allows higher doses of chemotherapy."
B)"This drug has antitumor activity."
C)"This drug has cytotoxic effects."
D)"This drug has antiviral effects."
Q2) A patient who is receiving cancer chemotherapy has been ordered to receive epoetin alfa (Procrit)150 units/kg 3 times weekly.The nurse reviews the patient's chart and notes a hemoglobin level of 10.1 g/dL.The nurse will perform which action?
A)Administer the medication as ordered.
B)Hold the dose and notify the provider.
C)Reduce the dose by 25%.
D)Request an order for an increased dose.
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Chapter 40: Drugs for Upper Respiratory Disorders
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Q1) A patient who has a nonproductive cough will begin taking guaifenesin to help with secretions.When teaching this patient about the medication,the nurse will provide which instruction?
A)"Avoid driving or using heavy machinery."
B)"Drink extra water while taking the medication."
C)"Monitor urine output closely."
D)"Take with an oral antihistamine for better effects."
Q2) A patient who has narrow-angle glaucoma asks the nurse to recommend a medication to alleviate cold symptoms such as nasal congestion and runny nose.The nurse will suggest the patient talk to the provider about which medication?
A)Azelastine (Astelin)
B)Cetirizine (Zyrtec)
C)Chlorpheniramine maleate (Chlor-Trimeton)
D)Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
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Chapter 41: Drugs for Lower Respiratory Disorders
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Q1) The nurse is teaching a patient who will begin taking oral theophylline (Theo-Dur)when discharged home from the hospital.What information will the nurse include when teaching the patient about this drug?
A)An extra dose should be taken when symptoms worsen.
B)Anorexia and gastrointestinal upset are unexpected side effects.
C)Avoid caffeine while taking this medication.
D)Food will decrease the amount of drug absorbed.
Q2) The nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving intravenous theophylline.The patient complains of headache and nausea.The nurse will contact the provider to
A)change the medication to an oral theophylline.
B)obtain an order for a serum theophylline level.
C)request an order for an analgesic medication.
D)suggest an alternative methylxanthine medication.
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Chapter 42: Cardiac Glycosides, Antianginals, and Antidysrhythmics
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a patient who is taking digoxin to treat heart failure.The patient's electrocardiogram shows a ventricular dysrhythmia.The nurse will notify the provider and will anticipate an order for which medication?
A)Digoxin immune Fab (Digibind)
B)Furosemide (Lasix)
C)Phenytoin (Dilantin)
D)Potassium
Q2) A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)has increasing dyspnea and is being evaluated for heart failure (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)
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Chapter 43: Diuretics
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Q1) The nurse notes a blood pressure of 160/90 mm Hg in a patient taking a thiazide diuretic.The patient reports taking an herbal medication that a friend recommended.Which herbal product is likely,given this patient's blood pressure?
A)Ginkgo
B)Hawthorne
C)Licorice
D)St.John's wort
Q2) The nurse is caring for a patient who develops marked edema and a low urine output as a result of heart failure.Which medication will the nurse expect the provider to order for this patient?
A)Digoxin (Lanoxin)
B)Furosemide (Lasix)
C)Hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL)
D)Spironolactone (Aldactone)
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Chapter 44: Antihypertensives
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Q1) The nurse is admitting a patient who has been taking minoxidil (Loniten)to treat hypertension.Prior to beginning therapy with this medication,the patient had a blood pressure of 170/95 mm Hg and a heart rate of 72 beats per minute.The nurse assesses the patient and notes a blood pressure of 130/72 mm Hg and a heart rate of 78 beats per minute,and also notes a 2.2-kg weight gain since the previous hospitalization and edema of the hands and feet.The nurse will contact the provider to discuss which intervention?
A)Adding hydrochlorothiazide to help increase urine output
B)Adding metoprolol (Lopressor) to help decrease the heart rate
C)Increasing the dose of minoxidil to lower the blood pressure
D)Restricting fluids to help with weight reduction
Q2) The nurse is preparing to care for a Native-American patient who has hypertension. The nurse understands that which antihypertensive medication would be most effective in this patient?
A)Acebutolol (Sectral)
B)Captopril (Capoten)
C)Carteolol HCl (Cartrol)
D)Metoprolol (Lopressor)
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Chapter 45: Anticoagulants, Antiplatelets, and Thrombolytics
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Q1) 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.
Q2) A patient has been receiving intravenous heparin.When laboratory tests are drawn,the nurse has difficulty stopping bleeding at the puncture site.The patient has bloody stools and is reporting abdominal pain.The nurse notes elevated partial thromboplastin time (PTT)and activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT).Which action will the nurse perform?
A)Ask for an order for oral warfarin (Coumadin).
B)Obtain an order for protamine sulfate.
C)Request an order for vitamin K.
D)Suggest that the patient receive subcutaneous heparin.
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Chapter 46: Antihyperlipidemics and Peripheral
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Q1) A female patient has serum lipid levels performed,which reveal a total cholesterol of 285 mg/dL,triglycerides of 188 mg/dL,a low-density lipoprotein (LDL)of 175 mg/dL,and a high-density lipoprotein (HDL)of 40 mg/dL.The patient's blood pressure is 138/72 mm Hg.The nurse may expect the provider to order which medication for this patient?
A)Amlodipine and atorvastatin (Caduet)
B)Colestipol HCl (Colestid)
C)Fenofibrate (TriCor)
D)Niacin and lovastatin (Advicor)
Q2) A patient with high cholesterol is ordered to take atorvastatin (Lipitor).What information will be included in the patient teaching? (Select all that apply.)
A)Dietary management is not a priority with this medication.
B)The medication should be taken on an empty stomach.
C)The medicine should be taken with a full glass of water.
D)The patient should watch for body aches or gastrointestinal upset as side effects.
E) The patient should have renal function tests frequently.
F) The patient should have liver function tests frequently.
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Chapter 47: Drugs for Gastrointestinal Tract Disorders
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Q1) A patient asks the nurse the best way to prevent traveler's diarrhea.The nurse will provide which recommendation to the patient?
A)"Ask your provider for prophylactic antibiotics."
B)"Drink bottled water and eat only well-cooked meats."
C)"Eat fresh,raw fruits and vegetables."
D)"Take loperamide (Imodium) every day."
Q2) The parent of an 18-month-old toddler calls the clinic to report that the child has vomited 5 times that day.The nurse determines that the child has had three wet diapers in the past 6 hours.What will the nurse recommend for this child?
A)Administering an OTC antiemetic medication such as diphenhydramine
B)Giving frequent,small amounts of Pedialyte
C)Keeping the child NPO until vomiting subsides
D)Taking the child to the emergency department for IV fluids
Q3) An appropriate goal when teaching a patient who has diarrhea is that the patient
A)will have less frequent,more formed stools.
B)will not have a stool for 1 to 2 days.
C)will receive adequate intravenous fluids.
D)will receive appropriate antibiotic therapy.
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Chapter 48: Antiulcer Drugs
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Q1) A patient who has been instructed to use a liquid antacid medication to treat gastrointestinal upset asks the nurse about how to take this medication.What information will the nurse include when teaching this patient?
A)Take a laxative if constipation occurs.
B)Take 60 minutes after meals and at bedtime.
C)Take with at least 8 ounces of water to improve absorption.
D)Take with milk to improve effectiveness.
Q2) A patient who recently began having mild symptoms of GERD is reluctant to take medication.What measures will the nurse recommend to minimize this patient's symptoms? (Select all that apply.)
A)Avoiding hot,spicy foods
B)Avoiding tobacco products
C)Drinking a glass of red wine with dinner
D)Eating a snack before bedtime
E) Taking ibuprofen with food
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Chapter 49: Drugs for Eye and Ear Disorders
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Q1) The nurse is preparing to administer dipivefrin (Propine)drops as a mydriatic agent.Which assessment would cause the nurse to withhold the drug and notify the provider?
A)Blood pressure of 140/90 mm Hg
B)Heart rate of 60 beats per minute
C)Respiratory rate of 12 breaths per minute
D)Temperature of 37.9° C
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 50: Drugs for Dermatologic Disorders
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Q1) The nurse assists the provider to treat a patient who has warts with cantharidin (Cantharone).After the cantharidin is applied to the warts,the nurse will
A)apply gauze dressings to the warts and secure them with tape.
B)cover the warts with non-porous tape when the solution dries.
C)prepare to assist the provider with cryotherapy to complete the procedure.
D)treat the warts with Burrow's soaks and apply a wet-to-dry dressing.
Q2) The nurse is teaching a group of adolescents about sun protection.What information will the nurse include when teaching this group?
A)Effective sunscreens guard against melanoma and basal cell carcinoma.
B)SPF numbers indicate UVB protection,and UVA protection is assumed for all products.
C)SPF ratings are proportional to the amount of UVB radiation that they block.
D)Sunscreen products of all SPF ratings will protect for 2 hours if not exposed to moisture.
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Chapter 51: Endocrine Drugs: Pituitary, Thyroid, Parathyroid, and
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Q1) A patient has hypocalcemia caused by parathyroid hormone deficiency.Which medication will the nurse anticipate giving to this patient?
A)Calcitonin
B)Calcitriol
C)Calcium
D)Vitamin D
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 52: Antidiabetics
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Q1) A patient who is overweight is being evaluated for diabetes.The patient has a blood glucose level of 160 mg/dL and a hemoglobin A<sub>1c</sub> of 5.8%.The nurse understands that this patient has which condition?
A)Diabetes mellitus
B)Hypoglycemia
C)Normal blood levels
D)Prediabetes
Q2) 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."
Q3) A patient develops type 2 diabetes mellitus.The nurse will explain that this type of diabetes
A)is generally triggered by medications.
B)is not as common as type 1 diabetes.
C)is often related to heredity and obesity.
D)will not require insulin therapy.
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Chapter 53: Female Reproductive Cycle I: Pregnancy and Preterm Labor Drugs
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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 hours.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 patient who has just delivered her baby asks the nurse if she needs to continue taking her iron supplement.What instruction will the nurse provide to the patient?
A)"Continue taking iron for 6 more weeks."
B)"Stop taking the iron supplement now."
C)"Take the iron supplement while nursing."
D)"Take the iron only if your hemoglobin is low."
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Chapter 54: Female Reproductive Cycle II: Labor, Delivery, and Preterm Neonatal Drugs
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Q1) 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).
Q2) The nurse is caring for a woman who is in labor.The woman is anxious and reports increasing nausea after receiving an opioid analgesic medication.The nurse will contact the provider and request an order for which intravenous medication?
A)Hydroxyzine HCl (Vistaril)
B)Pentobarbital sodium (Nembutal)
C)Promethazine (Phenergan)
D)Secobarbital sodium (Seconal)
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Chapter 55: Postpartum and Newborn Drugs
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Q1) When teaching a postpartal patient about the use of mineral oil as a laxative,the nurse will explain that mineral oil
A)does not have serious side effects.
B)is safe to take with other laxatives.
C)may be taken with food.
D)should be mixed with juice or soda.
Q2) The nurse has just administered Rh?(D)immune globulin (RhoGAM)to a postpartal woman.What information will the nurse include when teaching this patient?
A)"Avoid live vaccines for 3 months."
B)"There are no adverse reactions to this injection."
C)"The immune globulin does not cross into breast milk."
D)"You will not need to have the injection with future deliveries."
Q3) The nurse provides teaching for a postpartal woman who will take bisacodyl tablets to help with constipation.What information will the nurse include when teaching this patient about this medication?
A)"Crush the tablet if it is difficult to swallow."
B)"Store this medication in a cool,dry place."
C)"Take the tablet with a carbonated beverage."
D)"Take with milk if gastrointestinal upset occurs."
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Chapter 56: Drugs for Womens Reproductive Health and Menopause
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Q1) A 35-year-old woman asks the nurse about oral contraceptives.The nurse learns that the patient smokes and has a family history of venous thromboembolism (VTE).The nurse will suggest that the patient
A)discuss a progestin-only oral contraceptive with her provider.
B)may want to consider having a tubal ligation.
C)use a transdermal contraceptive product.
D)will not be a candidate for oral contraceptive products.
Q2) A woman who is using a NuvaRing transvaginal contraceptive product calls to report that the ring has slipped out while sleeping.The nurse will instruct the patient to rinse the ring with lukewarm water,reinsert the ring,and
A)abstain from sexual intercourse for 24 hours.
B)replace it with a new ring as soon as possible.
C)take an oral contraceptive product for 2 weeks.
D)use a backup method of contraception for 7 days.
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Chapter 57: Drugs for Mens Health and Reproductive Disorders
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Q1) The nurse is teaching an adult male patient about the use of testosterone gel.Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
A)"A decreased urinary stream is an expected side effect."
B)"I should apply the gel to my forearms every day."
C)"I will have hand and wrist x-rays every 6 months."
D)"I will need regular evaluation of serum lipid levels."
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) A patient will begin using sildenafil citrate (Viagra)to treat erectile dysfunction.The nurse will instruct the patient to take the medication
A)daily in the morning.
B)just prior to sexual activity.
C)30 minutes to 4 hours before sexual activity.
D)twice daily.
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Q1) 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."
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 59: Adult and Pediatric Emergency Drugs
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Q1) A patient is brought to the emergency department after coming in contact with organophosphate insecticides while at work.The nurse will expect to administer which medication to reverse the toxic effects of this substance?
A)Atropine sulfate
B)Diazepam
C)Epinephrine
D)Flumazenil
Q2) A patient with suspected myocardial infarction is seen in the emergency department.The nurse is preparing to administer 325 mg of aspirin.The nurse will perform which action?
A)Administer an enteric-coated tablet.
B)Ask the patient to chew the tablet.
C)Give the tablet with a small sip of water.
D)Place the tablet under the patient's tongue.
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