Nursing Pharmacology Exam Review
Course Introduction
Nursing Pharmacology explores the principles of drug therapy in the nursing field, focusing on the mechanisms of action, therapeutic uses, side effects, and interactions of various medication classes. The course emphasizes safe medication administration, dosage calculations, and the nurses role in monitoring and educating patients regarding pharmacological treatments. Students will study pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and the legal and ethical considerations in medication management, preparing them to make informed decisions in diverse healthcare 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) The nurse is assisting with a clinical drug trial in which the side effects of two effective drugs are being compared.A patient who would benefit from either drug has elected to withdraw from the study,and the nurse assists with the paperwork to facilitate this.This is an example of
A) autonomy.
B) beneficence.
C) justice.
D) veracity.
Answer: A
Q2) Which law(s)govern all drug administration by nurses?
A) Drug Regulation and Reform Act
B) FDA Amendments Act
C) Nurse Practice Acts
D) The Controlled Substances Act
Answer: C
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Chapter 2: Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics, and Pharmacogenetics
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Q1) The nurse is preparing to administer an oral medication that is water soluble.The nurse understands that this drug
A) must be taken on an empty stomach.
B) requires active transport for absorption.
C) should be taken with fatty foods.
D) will readily diffuse into the GI tract.
Answer: B
Q2) A patient asks the nurse about using OTC medications.The nurse will tell the patient that OTC medications
A) are not as effective as prescription medications.
B) are not as safe as prescription medications.
C) have fewer side effects and drug interactions than prescription medications.
D) should be included when listing any medications taken by the patient.
Answer: D
Q3) Which drug will go through a disintegration process after it is administered?
A) Intramuscular (IM) cephalosporins
B) Intravenous (IV) vasopressors
C) Oral analgesics
D) Subcutaneous antiglycemics
Answer: C
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Chapter 3: Cultural Considerations
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Q1) The nurse is caring for an African-American patient who appears to understand instructions for self-care but does not carry out basic self-care tasks.The nurse understands that the patient may
A) be poorly educated and lack basic comprehension skills.
B) need more time and personal space to assimilate what is taught.
C) require the use of culturally appropriate words and phrases when teaching.
D) view illness as punishment and lack desire to change the outcome.
Answer: C
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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Chapter 4: Complementary and Alternative Therapies
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Q1) Which information can consumers expect to be included in labeling of herbal products?
A) Actions and uses
B) Interactions and precautions
C) Scientific name of the product
D) Safety and efficacy study results
Q2) The nurse is providing preoperative education to a patient who will have surgery in several weeks.The patient denies taking anticoagulant medications but reports using herbal supplements.Which herb would cause the nurse to be concerned?
A) Echinacea
B) Ginkgo biloba
C) Kava
D) Sage
Q3) A pregnant woman tells the nurse that she is taking ginger to reduce morning sickness.What will the nurse tell this patient?
A) "Ginger can cause fetal birth defects."
B) "Ginger is not safe during pregnancy."
C) "Ginger can cause abortion in low doses."
D) "Ginger may be taken in low doses for up to 4 days."
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Chapter 5: Pediatric Considerations
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Q1) The nurse is preparing to administer an intramuscular medication to a 4-year-old child who starts to cry and screams,"I don't want a shot!" What is the nurse's next action?
A) Acknowledge that shots hurt and tell the child to be brave.
B) Engage the child in a conversation about preschool and favorite activities.
C) Enlist the assistance of another nurse to help restrain the child.
D) Explain to the child that it will only hurt for a few seconds.
Q2) The nurse will administer an intravenous (IV)medication to an adolescent patient.When preparing the adolescent for the IV insertion,which is an appropriate action by the nurse?
A) Allowing the patient to verbalize concerns about the procedure
B) Covering the insertion site with a bandage after the procedure is completed
C) Explaining any possible adverse drug reactions
D) Reassuring the patient that only one body part will be used
Q3) What is NOT a challenge associated with over-the-counter (OTC)medication and the pediatric client?
A) Many OTC drugs have not been tested thoroughly in children.
B) OTC cough and cold medication contain a combination of ingredients.
C) Children's doses are often expressed in terms of age range.
D) OTC drugs should not be given to children under the age of 2.
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Chapter 6: Geriatric Considerations
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Q1) Which drug properties are problematic for older patients?
A) Drugs with anticholinergic effects
B) Drugs that are highly protein-bound
C) Drugs with a short half-life
D) Drugs that undergo hepatic conjugation
E) Drugs with a narrow therapeutic range
Q2) An older patient takes ibuprofen for arthritis pain.The patient tells the nurse that the ibuprofen causes 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.
Q3) To assist an older,confused patient to adhere to a multidrug regimen,the nurse will provide which recommendation?
A) Avoid the use of OTC medications.
B) Bring all medications to each clinic visit.
C) Review the manufacturer's information insert about each medication.
D) Save money by getting each drug at the pharmacy with the lowest price.
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Chapter 7: Drugs of Abuse
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Q1) A patient is brought to the emergency department by a family member.The patient reports seeing colored lights and describes feeling bugs crawling under the skin.The nurse suspects that this patient is abusing which drug?
A) Alcohol
B) Cocaine
C) Lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD)
D) Oxycodone
Q2) A patient who is unconscious arrives in the emergency department with clammy skin and constricted pupils.The nurse assesses a respiratory rate of 8 to 10 breaths per minute.The paramedics report obvious signs of drug abuse in the patient's home.The nurse suspects that this patient has had an overdose of which substance?
A) Alcohol
B) LSD
C) An opioid
D) Methamphetamine
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Chapter 8: The Nursing Process and Patient-Centered Care
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Q1) A high-school student regularly forgets to use a twice-daily inhaled corticosteroid to prevent asthma flares and is repeatedly admitted to the hospital.The child's parent tells the nurse that the child has been told that forgetting to take the medication causes frequent hospitalizations.The nurse will
A) encourage the child to take responsibility for taking the medication.
B) reinforce the need to take prescribed medications to avoid hospitalizations.
C) suggest putting the inhaler with the child's toothbrush to use before brushing teeth. D) suggest that the child's parents administer the medication to increase compliance.
Q2) 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 Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN)competency do the nurse's actions best demonstrate?
A) Collaboration and teamwork
B) Evidence-based practice
C) Patient-centered care
D) Patient safety
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Chapter 9: Safety and Quality
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a patient who will have surgery that morning.The patient usually takes an antihypertensive medication every morning.The patient has been nothing per os (NPO)since midnight.What action will the nurse perform?
A) Ask the patient to swallow the pill without water.
B) Give the medication with a small sip of water.
C) Consult the surgeon about giving the medication.
D) Hold the medication until after the patient's surgery.
Q2) The nurse is caring for a patient who will begin taking a thiazide diuretic to treat hypertension.The patient says,"I know this will lower my blood pressure,but how does it work?" How will the nurse respond?
A) "It can cause orthostatic hypotension, so be careful."
B) "It reduces the volume of fluid in your blood stream to lower blood pressure."
C) "The actions are complicated, but it's an effective drug."
D) "Your provider should explain this medication to you."
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Chapter 10: Drug 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 assisting the parent of a 6-month-old infant to administer an oral liquid medication.The parent asks why the medication can't be given in a bottle of formula to make it taste better.How will the nurse respond?
A) "Adding a medication to the formula will cause the formula to curdle."
B) "Formula and medications can form toxic compounds if mixed together."
C) "The infant may not always take the entire bottle of formula."
D) "This may cause the infant to refuse formula in the future."
Q3) When administering topical medications,which is an important nursing action?
A) Applying the medication liberally
B) Cleaning skin with alcohol before applying
C) Using sterile technique
D) Wearing gloves
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Chapter 11: Drug Calculations
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Q1) erythromycin 350 mg,PO,q8h.
Available: erythromycin estolate 250 mg/5 mL
How many mL will be given per dose?
Q2) Augmentin 500 mg,PO,q8h
Available: amoxicillin-pot clavulanate 250-125 mg tablet
How many tablet(s)will be given per dose?
Q3) Norvir 600 mg, PO, b.i.d.
Available: Norvir 80 mg/1 mL
a. How many milliliters (mL) will the patient receive per dose?
b. How many milligrams (mg) will the patient receive per day?
Q4) Mycostatin U 500,000,PO,q.i.d.(swish and swallow)
Available: Mycostatin 100,000 units per mL
How many mL will be given?
Q5) amoxicillin (Amoxil)250 mg,PO,q8h
Available: 250 mg per 5 mL
A) How many mL will the patient receive per dose?
B) How many mg will the patient receive per day?
C) How many mL will the patient receive per day?
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Chapter 12: Fluid Volume and Electrolytes
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Q1) 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/h.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/h.
D) Stop the intravenous fluids and notify the provider of the assessment findings.
Q2) A patient is being treated for shock after a motor vehicle accident.The provider orders 6% dextran 75 to be given intravenously.The nurse should expect which outcome as the result of this infusion?
A) Decreased urine output
B) Improved blood oxygenation
C) Increased interstitial fluid
D) Stabilization of heart rate and blood pressure
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Chapter 13: Vitamin and Mineral Replacement
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Q1) A parent calls the nurse to report that a 5-year-old child has taken five children's vitamins.Which action will the nurse take first?
A) Ask whether the vitamins contain iron.
B) Reassure the parent that over-the-counter vitamins are not toxic.
C) Recommend that the parent take the child to the emergency department (ED).
D) Tell the parent to watch for tarry stools and report them immediately.
Q2) 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
Q3) A patient is diagnosed with anemia and asks the nurse why the provider has ordered vitamin B<sub>12</sub> instead of iron.Which answer by the nurse is correct?
A) "Vitamin B<sub>12</sub> is given to improve your overall energy level."
B) "Vitamin B<sub>12</sub> is necessary for the development of red blood cells."
C) "Vitamin B<sub>12</sub> prevents excess iron loss to reduce demand."
D) "Vitamin B<sub>12</sub> will help you absorb iron more efficiently."
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Chapter 14: Nutritional Support
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Q1) The nurse assumes care of a patient who has been receiving intermittent enteral feedings of 240 mL of Osmolite every 4 hours for the past 48 hours.The patient is in bed with the head of the bed elevated 60 degrees.The enteral tubing is intact,and the enteral pump is infusing at 320 mL per hour.The nurse notes 60 mL of solution left in the bag.The tubing is not labeled.What will the nurse do?
A) Change and label the enteral tubing when this infusion is complete.
B) Increase the infusion rate to 480 mL per hour to complete the infusion.
C) Lower the head of the bed to 30 degrees.
D) Stop the infusion and check for residual before resuming the infusion.
Q2) 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.
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Chapter 15: Adrenergic Agonists and Antagonists
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Q1) The nurse is performing an admission assessment on a patient who has recently begun taking reserpine.The patient reports using St.John's wort.The nurse anticipates that the patient will have
A) hypotension.
B) hypertension.
C) bradycardia.
D) tachycardia.
Q2) A nurse is teaching a patient how to use phenylephrine (Neo-Synephrine)nasal spray.To avoid systemic absorption,the nurse teaches the patient to perform which action?
A) Apply pressure to the nose after spraying.
B) Administer the spray while in the supine position.
C) Insert the spray while sitting up.
D) Exhale deeply while injecting the nasal spray.
Q3) A patient will be discharged on beta blockers.Which skill is essential for the nurse to teach the patient's family?
A) How to prepare a low-sodium diet
B) Assessments to detect fluid retention
C) How to monitor heart rate and blood pressure
D) Early signs of changing level of consciousness
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Chapter 16: Cholinergic Agonists and Antagonists
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Q1) A nursing student asks why a direct-acting cholinergic agonist drug that is selective to muscarinic receptors is described as being non-specific.The nurse will explain that this is because
A) muscarinic receptors are present in many different tissues.
B) the action of cholinesterase alters the bioavailability at different sites.
C) these drugs can also affect nicotinic receptors.
D) they vary in their reversible and irreversible effects.
Q2) A patient who has irritable bowel syndrome would most likely receive which type of drug to treat this condition?
A) An anticholinergic
B) A cholinergic esterase inhibitor
C) A muscarinic agent
D) A nicotinic agent
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 17: Stimulants
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Q1) The nurse is working in a neonatal intensive care unit and is caring for an infant who is experiencing multiple periods of apnea and bradycardia.Which drug will the nurse expect to administer?
A) Albuterol (Proventil)
B) Caffeine (Cafcit)
C) Doxapram (Dopram)
D) Methylphenidate (Ritalin)
Q2) A college-age student is brought to the emergency department by friends after consuming NoDoz tablets along with several cups of coffee and a few energy drinks.The patient is complaining of nausea and diarrhea and appears restless.The nurse understands that
A) arrhythmias and convulsions may occur.
B) caffeine dependence does not occur.
C) effects of the substances will wear off shortly.
D) severe adverse effects do not occur.
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Chapter 18: Depressants
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Q1) The preoperative nurse is caring for a patient who is to receive a peripheral nerve block using bupivacaine.The nurse will explain that the patient receiving this local anesthetic
A) may need to lie flat 6 to 8 hours after surgery.
B) may require less narcotic medication.
C) may have a prolonged hospital stay to monitor for respiratory distress.
D) may be at great risk for allergic reaction.
Q2) The nurse is caring for a patient in the post-anesthesia care unit and notes that the patient received isoflurane (Forane)to induce anesthesia.When will the nurse expect the patient to recover consciousness?
A) Immediately
B) In 15 to 30 minutes
C) In 1 hour
D) In hours
Q3) During balanced anesthesia,which type of medication is given while the surgery is performed?
A) Anticholinergics
B) Benzodiazepines
C) Hypnotics
D) Inhaled anesthetic
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Chapter 19: Antiseizure Drugs
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Q1) A patient who has epilepsy will begin an anticonvulsant medication.The patient asks the nurse how long the medication will be necessary.How will the nurse respond?
A) "The medication is usually taken for a lifetime."
B) "The medication will be given until you are seizure free."
C) "You will need to take the medication for 3 to 5 years."
D) "You will take the medication as needed for seizure activity."
Q2) The nurse is performing a health history on a patient who is ordered to begin therapy with valproic acid (Depakote)to treat epilepsy.Which aspect of the patient's medical history will cause the nurse to be concerned?
A) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
B) Gastrointestinal disease
C) Liver disease
D) Renal disease
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Chapter 20: Drugs for Parkinson Disease and Alzheimer Disease
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Q1) The nurse is providing teaching for the family of a patient who has been newly diagnosed with Alzheimer disease (AD).Which statement by the family member indicates understanding of the teaching?
A) "Alzheimer disease is a chronic, progressive condition."
B) "Alzheimer disease affects memory but not personality."
C) "The onset of Alzheimer disease is usually between 65 and 75 years."
D) "With proper treatment, symptoms of this disease can be arrested."
Q2) The nurse is teaching a family member about an elderly parent's new prescription for tacrine (Cognex)to treat Alzheimer disease (AD).The family member asks what to expect from this drug.The nurse will respond that the patient will
A) demonstrate improved ambulation.
B) have reversal of all symptoms.
C) have decreased deterioration of cognition.
D) show improved communication ability.
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Chapter 21: Drugs for Neuromuscular Disorders and Muscle Spasms
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Q1) The nurse is preparing to care for a patient who has multiple sclerosis (MS).The nurse learns that the patient receives mitoxantrone.The nurse knows that this patient is in which stage of MS?
A) Acute attack phase
B) Chronic, progressive phase
C) End-stage phase
D) Remission-exacerbation phase
Q2) The nurse assumes care of a patient who has myasthenia gravis and notes that a dose of neostigmine (Prostigmin)due 1 hour prior was not given.The nurse will anticipate the patient to exhibit which symptoms?
A) Excessive salivation
B) Muscle spasms
C) Muscle weakness
D) Respiratory paralysis
Q3) Which muscle relaxant is used in surgery as a skeletal muscle relaxant?
A) Baclofen (Lioresal)
B) Chlorzoxazone (Parafon forte)
C) Pancuronium bromide (Pavulon)
D) Methocarbamol (Robaxin)
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Chapter 22: Antipsychotics and Anxiolytics
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Q1) The nurse is teaching a patient who will be discharged home on a typical antipsychotic medication to treat schizophrenia.Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
A) "I should not drink alcohol while taking this medication."
B) "I should use a heating pad to treat muscle spasms while taking this medication."
C) "I should use sunscreen while taking this medication."
D) "I will need frequent blood tests while taking this medication."
Q2) A patient who is about to begin taking the atypical antipsychotic medication clozapine (Clozaril)is concerned about side effects.What information will the nurse include when teaching the patient about this medication?
A) "You are more likely to experience dry mouth, constipation, and urinary retention."
B) "You may experience weight gain, drowsiness, and headaches."
C) "You will not experience extrapyramidal side effects with this medication."
D) "You will not need frequent lab work while taking this medication."
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Chapter 23: Antidepressants and Mood Stabilizers
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Q1) The nurse is preparing to administer paroxetine HCl (Paxil)to a 70-year-old patient.The nurse understands that this patient may require
A) a decreased dose.
B) an increased dose.
C) every other day dosing.
D) more frequent dosing.
Q2) A patient has been taking sertraline (Zoloft)20 mg/mL oral concentrate,1 mL daily for several weeks and reports being unable to sleep well.What will the nurse do next?
A) Ask the patient what time of day the medication is taken.
B) Counsel the patient to take the medication at bedtime.
C) Recommend asking the provider about weekly dosing.
D) Suggest that the patient request a lower dose.
Q3) A patient who is taking amitriptyline (Elavil)reports constipation and dry mouth.The nurse will give the patient which instruction?
A) Increase fluid intake.
B) Notify the provider.
C) Request another antidepressant.
D) Stop taking the medication immediately.
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Chapter 24: Antiinflammatories
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Q1) The nurse provides teaching for a patient who will begin taking indomethacin (Inderal)to treat rheumatoid arthritis.Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
A) "I should limit sodium intake while taking this drug."
B) "I should take indomethacin on an empty stomach."
C) "I will need to check my blood pressure frequently."
D) "I will take the medication twice daily."
Q2) The nurse is caring for a patient who has been taking an NSAID for 4 weeks for osteoarthritis.The patient reports decreased pain,but the nurse notes continued swelling of the affected joints.The nurse will perform which action?
A) Assess the patient for drug-seeking behaviors.
B) Notify the provider that the drug is not effective.
C) Reassure the patient that swelling will decrease eventually.
D) Remind the patient that this drug is given for pain only.
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 assumes care of a patient in the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU).The patient had abdominal surgery and is receiving intravenous morphine sulfate for pain.The patient is asleep and has not voided since prior to surgery.The nurse assesses a respiratory rate of 10 breaths per minute and notes hypoactive bowel sounds.The nurse will contact the surgeon to report which condition?
A) Paralytic ileus
B) Respiratory depression
C) Somnolence
D) Urinary retention
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Chapter 26: Antibacterials
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Q1) A female patient who is allergic to penicillin will begin taking an antibiotic to treat a lower respiratory tract infection.The patient tells the nurse that she almost always develops a vaginal yeast infection when she takes antibiotics and that she will take fluconazole (Diflucan)with the antibiotic being prescribed.Which macrolide order would the nurse question for this patient?
A) Azithromycin (Zithromax)
B) Clarithromycin (Biaxin)
C) Erythromycin (E-Mycin)
D) Fidaxomicin (Dificid)
Q2) The patient will begin taking penicillin G procaine (Wycillin).The nurse notes that the solution is milky in color.What action will the nurse take?
A) Call the pharmacist and report the milky color.
B) Add normal saline to dilute the medication.
C) Call the physician and report the milky appearance.
D) Administer the medication as ordered by the physician.
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Chapter 27: Antituberculars, Antifungals, and Antivirals
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Q1) The nurse is teaching a nursing student about the antifungal drug amphotericin B.Which statement by the student indicates a need for further teaching?
A) "Amphotericin B may be given intravenously or by mouth."
B) "Patients who take this drug should have potassium and magnesium levels assessed."
C) "Patients with renal disease should not take amphotericin B."
D) "This drug is used for severe systemic infections."
Q2) 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)
Q3) The nurse is teaching a patient about rifampin.Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
A) "I should not wear soft contact lenses while taking rifampin."
B) "I will need regular eye examinations while taking this drug."
C) "I will report orange urine to my provider immediately."
D) "I understand that renal toxicity is a common adverse effect."
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Chapter 28: Peptides, Antimalarials, and Anthelmintics
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Q1) A young adult female who is taking metronidazole (Flagyl)to treat trichomoniasis calls the nurse to report severe headache,flushing,palpitations,cramping,and nausea.What will the nurse do next?
A) Ask about alcohol consumption.
B) Reassure her that these are harmless side effects.
C) Tell her that this signals a worsening of her infection.
D) Tell her to go to the emergency department immediately.
Q2) A child is diagnosed with pinworms.Which anthelmintic drug will the provider order for this child?
A) Bithionol (Bitin)
B) Diethylcarbamazine (Hetrazan)
C) Pyrantel pamoate (Pin Rid)
D) Praziquantel (Biltricide)
Q3) A patient will take an anthelmintic medication and asks the nurse about side effects.The nurse will tell the patient that anthelmintic drugs
A) can cause hepatic toxicity.
B) cause orthostatic hypotension.
C) commonly have gastrointestinal (GI) side effects.
D) have many serious adverse reactions.
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Chapter 29: HIV- and AIDS-Related Drugs
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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) The nurse is caring for a 55-year-old patient who has been HIV-infected for 15 years.The nurse understands that this patient
A) has an increased risk of transmitting the HIV infection.
B) is less likely to develop AIDS than younger persons with HIV infection.
C) is less likely to respond to antiretroviral agents.
D) may have comorbid illnesses that can complicate HIV.
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Chapter 30: Transplant Drugs
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Q1) A patient who has had an organ transplant is prescribed cyclosporine for maintenance therapy.Which statement by the patient indicates further teaching is needed?
A) "The provider may change the dose of the medication after getting the lab results."
B) "I can mix this medication with juice."
C) "I have to avoid getting the nasal spray FluMist."
D) "I will take the medication each morning at 8 A.M."
Q2) Your patient is taking belatacept and develops posttransplant lymphoproliferative disorder (PTLD).You would expect to see
A) hypothermia.
B) weight gain.
C) hyperglycemia.
D) general malaise.
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Chapter 31: Vaccines
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Q1) 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
Q2) 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.
Q3) 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
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Chapter 32: Anticancer Drugs
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Q1) An oncology home care nurse is preparing to administer a chemotherapeutic agent to a patient at the patient's home.What precautions will the nurse take while administering the IV chemotherapeutic agent?
A) Clear a counter space for preparation of the solution.
B) Don a surgical mask while administering the drug.
C) Take surgical scrubs to wear during the infusion.
D) Wear an impermeable, disposable gown when hanging the drug.
Q2) A patient is receiving bleomycin (Blenoxane)as part of a chemotherapeutic regimen to treat leukemia.During IV 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
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Chapter 33: Targeted Therapies to Treat Cancer
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Q1) The nurse is performing a history on a patient who will begin taking bevacizumab (Avastin).Which aspect of the patient's history should be reported to the oncologist treating this patient?
A) History of hepatitis
B) Hypertension
C) Recent surgical history
D) Weight loss
Q2) The nurse is preparing to administer intravenous monoclonal antibodies to a patient who has cancer.What is an important nursing action for this patient?
A) Having resuscitation equipment readily available
B) Monitoring the patient's renal function during the infusion
C) Observing the patient closely for development of a rash
D) Performing careful intake and output
Q3) The patient asks the nurse what apoptosis means.The nurse will explain that apoptosis refers to
A) alteration of cellular functions.
B) inhibition of cell division.
C) prevention of cell phase progression.
D) slow, planned cellular death.
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Chapter 34: Biologic Response Modifiers
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Q1) A patient has been receiving an ESA for 8 weeks.The nurse reviews the patient's chart and notes no increase in hemoglobin levels from 8 g/dL on week 3 of therapy.The nurse will request an order
A) a complete blood count and serum iron levels.
B) an increased dose of the ESA.
C) more frequent dosing of the ESA.
D) packed red blood cell infusions.
Q2) A patient receiving interferon experiences confusion,somnolence,and aphasia.The nurse will perform which action?
A) Discontinue the medication immediately.
B) Inform the family that these symptoms may persist for years.
C) Reassure the patient that these side effects are reversible.
D) Request an order for lorazepam.
Q3) 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.
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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) The patient who has nasal congestion asks the nurse to recommend a decongestant medication.The nurse performs a medication history and learns that the patient takes a beta blocker to treat hypertension.Which over-the-counter product will the nurse recommend?
A) Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
B) Ephedrine HCl (Pretz-D)
C) Phenylephrine nasal (Neo-Synephrine Nasal)
D) Loratadine (Claritin)
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Chapter 36: Lower Respiratory Disorders
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a patient who will begin taking theophylline at home.During the assessment,the nurse learns that the patient smokes.The nurse reports this to the provider and will expect the provider to A) decrease the dose of theophylline.
B) increase the dose of theophylline.
C) keep the theophylline dose as ordered.
D) discontinue the theophylline.
Q2) The nurse provides teaching for patient who will begin taking montelukast sodium (Singulair).The patient reports sensitivity to aspirin.Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
A) "I will need to have periodic laboratory tests while taking this medication."
B) "I will not take ibuprofen for pain or fever while taking this drug."
C) "I will take one tablet daily at bedtime."
D) "I will use this as needed for acute symptoms."
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Chapter 37: Cardiac Glycosides, Antianginals, and Antidysrhythmics
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Q1) A patient has congestive HF and has been taking digoxin (Lanoxin)for 9 years.The patient is admitted with signs and symptoms of digoxin toxicity.Which signs and symptoms are associated with digoxin toxicity?
A) Dysuria
B) Vomiting
C) Tachycardia
D) Yellow haloes in the visual field
E) Diarrhea
F) Insomnia
Q2) The nurse administers a dose of digoxin (Lanoxin)to a patient who has HF and returns to the room later to reassess the patient.Which finding indicates that the medication is effective?
A) Decreased dyspnea
B) Decreased urine output
C) Increased blood pressure
D) Increased heart rate
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Chapter 38: 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 teaching a patient about taking hydrochlorothiazide.Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
A) "I may need extra sodium and calcium while taking this drug."
B) "I should eat plenty of fruits and vegetables while taking this medication."
C) "I should take care when rising from a bed or chair when I'm on this medication."
D) "I will take the medication in the morning to minimize certain side effects."
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Chapter 39: Antihypertensives
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Q1) The nurse is preparing to administer an ACE inhibitor to a patient who has hypertension.The nurse notes peripheral edema and swelling of the patient's lips.The patient has a blood pressure of 160/80 mm Hg and a heart rate of 76 beats per minute.What is the nurse's next action?
A) Administer the dose and observe carefully for hypotension.
B) Hold the dose and notify the provider of a hypersensitivity reaction.
C) Notify the provider and request an order for a diuretic medication.
D) Request an order for serum electrolytes and renal function tests.
Q2) The nurse is teaching a patient who has hypertension about long-term management of the disease and a beta blocker.The patient reports typically consuming 1 to 2 glasses of wine each evening with meals.How will the nurse respond?
A) "Beta blockers and wine cause a reflex hypertension."
B) "Four to 6 ounces of wine is considered safe with these medications."
C) "Wine in moderation helps you relax and get better blood pressure control."
D) "Wine increases the hypotensive effects of the beta blocker."
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Chapter 40: Anticoagulants, Antiplatelets, and Thrombolytics
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Q1) The nurse is assessing a patient prior to administering thrombolytic therapy.Which is an important assessment for this patient?
A) Determining whether the patient has a history of diabetes
B) Finding out about a history of renal disease
C) Assessing which medications are taken for discomfort
D) Assessing whether the patient eats green, leafy vegetables
Q2) A patient experiences a blood clot in one leg,and the provider has ordered a thrombolytic medication.The patient learns that the medication is expensive and asks the nurse if it is necessary.Which response by the nurse is correct?
A) "The drug will decrease the likelihood of permanent tissue damage."
B) "This medication also acts to prevent future blood clots from forming."
C) "You could take aspirin instead of this drug to achieve the same effect."
D) "Your body will break down the clot, so the drug is not necessary."
Q3) A patient who is taking warfarin has an international normalized ratio (INR)of 5.5.The nurse will anticipate giving
A) fresh frozen plasma.
B) intravenous iron.
C) oral vitamin K.
D) protamine sulfate.
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Chapter 41: Antihyperlipidemics and Peripheral
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Q1) A patient has a serum cholesterol level of 270 mg/dL.The patient asks the nurse what this level means.Which response by the nurse is correct?
A) "You have a high risk for coronary artery disease."
B) "You have a moderate risk for coronary artery disease."
C) "You have a low risk for coronary artery disease."
D) "You have no risk for coronary artery disease."
Q2) 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)
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Chapter 42: Gastrointestinal Tract Disorders
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Q1) 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
Q2) The nurse is caring for a patient who has unexplained,recurrent vomiting and who is unable to keep anything down.Until the cause of the vomiting is determined,the nurse will anticipate administering which medications?
A) Antibiotics and antiemetics
B) Intravenous fluids and electrolytes
C) Nonprescription antiemetics
D) Prescription antiemetics
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 43: Antiulcer Drugs
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Q1) 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.
Q2) A patient who has been taking ranitidine (Zantac)continues to have pain associated with peptic ulcer.A noninvasive breath test is negative.Which treatment does the nurse expect the provider to order for this patient?
A) Adding an over-the-counter antacid to the patient's drug regimen
B) A dual drug therapy regimen
C) Amoxicillin (Amoxil), clarithromycin (Biaxin), and omeprazole (Prilosec)
D) Lansoprazole (Prevacid) instead of ranitidine
Q3) Which antacid is likely to cause acid rebound?
A) Aluminum hydroxide
B) Calcium carbonate
C) Magnesium hydroxide
D) Magnesium trisilicate
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Chapter 44: Eye and Ear Disorders
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Q1) The nurse administers proparacaine HCl (Ophthaine)drops to a patient prior to an eye examination.What sign will the nurse look for to determine when the examination can begin?
A) Absence of the blink reflex
B) Blurred vision
C) Drying of the corneal epithelium
D) Photophobia
Q2) The nurse is performing a medication history on a patient who has glaucoma.The patient cannot remember the name of the drug prescribed but tells the nurse that the drug causes light sensitivity.The nurse knows that the drug is among which class of medications?
A) Alpha-adrenergic agonists
B) Beta-adrenergic blockers
C) Cholinergic agonists
D) Cholinesterase inhibitors
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Chapter 45: Dermatologic Disorders
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Q1) 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.
Q2) The nurse is providing teaching for an adolescent who has acne vulgaris.In addition to teaching about correct administration of the prescribed medications,the nurse will instruct this patient to
A) apply topical vitamin D3.
B) cleanse the skin gently several times a day.
C) cleanse the affected skin vigorously twice daily.
D) take supplemental vitamin A.
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Chapter 46: Pituitary, Thyroid, Parathyroid, and Adrenal Disorders
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Q1) A patient who takes high-dose aspirin to treat arthritis will need to take prednisone to treat an acute flare of symptoms.What action will the nurse perform?
A) Observe the patient for hypoglycemia.
B) Monitor closely for increased urine output.
C) Observe the patient for hypotension.
D) Request an order for enteric-coated aspirin.
Q2) A 35-year-old woman reports lethargy,difficulty remembering things,facial edema,dry skin,and cessation of menses.The nurse notes a heart rate of 60 beats per minute and a weight increase of 5 pounds from a previous visit.The nurse will notify the provider of which possible condition?
A) Cretinism
B) Early menopause
C) Hyperthyroidism
D) Myxedema
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Chapter 47: Antidiabetics
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Q1) A patient who has been taking a sulfonylurea antidiabetic medication will begin taking metformin (Glucophage).The nurse understands that this patient is at increased risk for which condition?
A) Hypoglycemia
B) Hyperglycemia
C) Renal failure
D) Respiratory distress
Q2) A patient is ordered to receive insulin lispro at mealtimes.The nurse will instruct this patient to administer the medication at which time?
A) 5 min before eating
B) 15 min after eating
C) 30 min before eating
D) 10 min after eating
Q3) 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."
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Chapter 48: Urinary Disorders
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Q1) The nurse is caring for a patient who is diagnosed with a urinary tract infection.The patient reports always having difficulty remembering to take medications.Which drug will the nurse expect the provider to select when treating this patient?
A) Fosfomycin tromethamine (Monurol)
B) Ciprofloxacin (Cipro)
C) Nitrofurantoin (Macrodantin)
D) Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim)
Q2) The nurse is teaching a parent about administering nitrofurantoin suspension to a 5-year-old child.Which instruction will the nurse include in the patient teaching?
A) "Give the medication on an empty stomach."
B) "Have the child rinse the mouth after taking the drug."
C) "Limit the child's fluid intake to concentrate the urine."
D) "Report brownish-colored urine to the child's provider."
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) A pregnant woman asks the nurse about whether a medication is safe to take during pregnancy.The nurse notes that the drug has a low-molecular weight.Based on this drug characteristic,the nurse understands that this drug
A) can cause greater gastrointestinal distress and hyperemesis.
B) has reduced renal elimination resulting in toxicity.
C) is more sensitive to metabolism by circulating maternal hormones. D) will be more likely to cross the placenta and affect the fetus.
Q2) 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
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Chapter 50: Labor, Delivery, and Postpartum
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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 assisting with placement of epidural anesthesia for a woman who is in labor.To help prevent maternal hypotension,which is the nurse's initial action?
A) Administer 40-80 mcg of intravenous phenylephrine.
B) Infuse a bolus of 500-1000 mL of IV crystalloid solution.
C) Monitor the patient's blood pressure closely during epidural placement.
D) Turn the patient onto her left side and give a rapid bolus of crystalloid solution.
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Chapter 51: Neonatal and Newborn
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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 tells a postpartal woman that her baby will need hepatitis B vaccine.The mother says she does not want her baby to have a shot and refuses to sign the consent.The nurse will
A) administer the vaccine without consent.
B) note the refusal in the mother's and baby's chart.
C) tell her she will harm her baby if she does not consent.
D) tell the mother that it is required by law.
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Chapter 52: Womens Reproductive Health
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Q1) A woman will begin taking a combination oral contraceptive (COC)that has a higher estrogenic activity than her previous COC.When teaching this woman about the new product,the nurse will explain that she may experience which effect(s)?
A) Cyclic breast changes and chloasma
B) Decreased dysmenorrhea and menorrhagia
C) Decreased libido
D) Weight gain and fatigue
Q2) A 45-year-old woman reports cessation of menses for the past 6 months and asks the nurse if she needs to continue using contraception.The nurse will tell her
A) that she may discontinue using contraception.
B) that she most likely has premature ovarian failure.
C) to begin hormone therapy to prevent menopausal symptoms.
D) to continue using contraception for at least 6 more months.
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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 gonorrhea and receives ceftriaxone intramuscularly in clinic and a prescription for doxycycline to be taken twice daily for 7 days.She asks the nurse why she needs to take medicine since she has had a shot.How will the nurse respond?
A) "Both medications are required to fully treat the gonorrheal infection."
B) "Doxycycline helps prevent spread of gonorrhea to your sexual partners."
C) "Patients with gonorrhea are always treated for chlamydia as well."
D) "The second medication decreases your chances of disease recurrence."
Q2) A woman is diagnosed with bacterial vaginosis and will begin taking metronidazole (Flagyl).What will the nurse teach the patient about this medication?
A) "Abstain from sexual intercourse while taking this medication."
B) "Do not consume alcohol while taking this drug and for 48 hours after finishing the prescription."
C) "Take this medication on an empty stomach to increase absorption."
D) "Topical preparations are ineffective for treating bacterial vaginosis."
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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 administering amiodarone to a patient who is being treated for a ventricular arrhythmia.The patient has received a bolus of 150 mg of amiodarone IV and is now receiving a continuous infusion of 1 mg/min.The nurse notes a heart rate of 60 beats per minute and a blood pressure of 88/54 mm Hg.The nurse will notify the provider and perform which other action?
A) Continue the amiodarone infusion at 1 mg/min.
B) Decrease the rate of the amiodarone infusion to 0.5 mg/min.
C) Increase the rate of the amiodarone infusion to 1.5 mg/min.
D) Stop the infusion of amiodarone.
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