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A patient who has renal impairment will begin taking ranolazine [Ranexa] as an adjunct to nitroglycerine to treat angina. What will the nurse include when teaching this patient? a. "You will need to monitor your blood pressure closely while taking this drug." b. "You should take this drug 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal." c. "You may experience rapid heart rate while taking this medication." d. "You do not need to worry about drug interactions with this medication."
A
A nurse is teaching a patient about a medication that alters sympathetic nervous system func- tions. To evaluate understanding, the nurse asks the patient to describe which functions the sympathetic nervous system regulates. Which answer indicates the need for further teaching? a. "the digestive functions of the body." b. "The cardiovascular system" c. "The fight-or-flight response" d. "Body temperature"
A
A 68-year-old male patient receives a prescription for 25-mg tablets of sildenafil [Viagra] for erectile dysfunction. When he asks the nurse how to take the medication, the nurse will tell him to: a. begin taking one tablet twice daily, 12 hours apart. b. start with one tablet about 1 hour before anticipated sexual activity. c. take 25 to 100 mg per dose 30 minutes to 4 hours before sexual activity. d. take two tablets 1 hour before sexual activity with a high-fat meal.
B
A family is preparing for travel and the parents report that their 5-year-old child has frequent motion sickness. The nurse will tell the parents to ask the provider about which antihistamine to help prevent symptoms? a. Desloratadine [Clarinex] b. Dimenhydrinate [Dramamine] c. Hydroxyzine [Vistaril] d. Promethazine [Phenergan]
B
A prescriber orders ramipril [Altace] for an obese patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus who has developed hypertension. The nurse provides teaching before dismissing the patient home. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching? a. "I am less likely to develop diabetic nephropathy when taking this medication." b. "I should check my blood sugar more often, because hyperglycemia is a side effect of this drug." c. "Taking this medication helps reduce my risk of stroke and heart attack." d. "This medication will probably prevent the development of diabetic retinopathy."
C
A woman in labor receives meperidine [Demerol] for pain. The nurse caring for the infant will observe the infant closely for: a. congenital anomalies. b. excessive crying and sneezing. c. respiratory depression. d. tremors and hyperreflexia.
C
A patient asks a nurse why a friend who is taking the same drug responds differently to that drug. The nurse knows that the most common variation in drug response is due to differences in each patient's: a. drug receptor sites. b. hypersensitivity potential. c. metabolism of drugs. d. psychosocial response.
c
A nurse is preparing to administer a medication and learns that it is a nonselective agonist drug. What does the nurse understand about this drug? a. It directly activates receptors to affect many physiologic processes. b. It directly activates receptors to affect a specific physiologic process. c. It prevents receptor activation to affect many physiologic processes. d. It prevents receptor activation to affect a specific physiologic processes.
A
14. A patient has been taking levothyroxine for several years and reports that "for the past 2 weeks, the drug doesn't seem to work as well as before." What will the nurse do? a. Ask the patient when the prescription was last refilled. b. Expect the patient to have an elevated temperature and tachycardia. c. Suggest that the patient begin taking calcium supplements. d. Tell the patient to try taking the medication with food.
A
A 7-year-old child with asthma uses a daily inhaled glucocorticoid and an albuterol MDI as needed. The provider has added montelukast [Singulair] to the child's regimen. Which statement by the child's parent indicates understanding of this medication? a. "I may notice mood changes in my child." b. "I should give this medication twice daily." c. "I will give my child one 4-mg chewable tablet daily." d. "This drug can alleviate symptoms during an acute attack."
A
A male patient is being treated for benign prostatic hyperplasia and has stopped taking his alpha-adrenergic antagonist medication because of ejaculatory difficulties. Which medication does the nurse expect the provider to prescribe? a. Alfuzosin [Uroxatral] b. Prazosin [Minipress] c. Silodosin [Rapaflo] d. Tamsulosin [Flomax]
A
A nurse counsels a patient who is to begin taking phenytoin [Dilantin] for epilepsy. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching? a. "I should brush and floss my teeth regularly." b. "Once therapeutic blood levels are reached, they are easy to maintain." c. "I can consume alcohol in moderation while taking this drug." d. "Rashes are a common side effect but are not serious."
A
A nurse educator is conducting a continuing education class on pharmacology. To evaluate the learning of the nurses in the class, the nurse educator asks, "Which drug name gives infor- mation about the drug's pharmacologic classification?" Which is the correct response? a. Amoxicillin b. Tylenol c. Cipro d. Motrin
A
A nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving a drug that causes constriction of arterioles. The nurse expects to observe which effect from this drug? a. Decreased stroke volume b. Increased stroke volume c. Decreased myocardial contractility d. Increased myocardial contractility
A
A nurse is concerned about renal function in an 84-year-old patient who is taking several medications. What will the nurse assess? a. Creatinine clearance b. Sodium levels c. Potassium levels d. Serum creatinine
A
A nurse is reviewing the medications of a patient with diabetes before discharge. The nurse realizes that the patient will be going home on colesevelam, a bile acid sequestrant, and insulin. What patient education should the nurse provide in the discharge teaching for this patient? a. The patient needs to monitor the blood sugar carefully, because colesevelam can cause hypoglycemia. b. The patient needs to monitor the blood sugar carefully, because colesevelam can cause hyperglycemia. c. The patient needs to take the insulin at least 3 hours before the colesevelam. d. The patient needs to use an oral antidiabetic agent or agents, not insulin, with colesevelam.
A
A nurse is teaching a class on addiction. Which statement by one of the class participants indicates a need for further teaching? a. "Addictive drugs lead to dopamine release in amounts similar to those released by normal reward circuits." b. "Neural remodeling leads to decreased dopamine release, leaving users with feelings of lifelessness and depression." c. "Over time, the brain will develop reduced responses to many addictive drugs." d. "With the use of a drug over time, the brain undergoes synaptic remodeling."
A
A nurse is teaching a patient about the use of sildenafil [Viagra] for erectile dysfunction. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching? a. "If my erection lasts longer than 4 hours, I should contact my provider." b. "I should not use nitroglycerin within 12 hours of using sildenafil." c. "I should take this drug about 15 minutes before sexual activity." d. "This drug may cause me to have an erection when I don't want one."
A
A nurse is teaching a patient who will begin taking verapamil [Calan] for hypertension about the drug's side effects. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching? a. "I may become constipated, so I should increase fluids and fiber." b. "I may experience a rapid heart rate as a result of taking this drug." c. "I may have swelling of my hands and feet, but this will subside." d. "I may need to increase my digoxin dose while taking this drug."
A
A nurse is teaching parents how to use an Epi-Pen for their child, who has a peanut allergy. Which statement by the parents indicates understanding of the teaching? a. "After using the Epi-Pen, we must go to the emergency department." b. "The Epi-Pen should be stored in the refrigerator, because epinephrine is sensitive to heat." c. "The teacher should call us when symptoms start so that we can bring the Epi-Pen to school." d. "We should jab the device into the thigh until it is empty of solution."
A
A nursing student asks a nurse about pharmaceutical research and wants to know the purpose of randomization in drug trials. The nurse explains that randomization is used to do what? a. To ensure that differences in outcomes are the result of treatment and not differences in subjects b. To compare the outcome caused by the treatment to the outcome caused by no treatment c. To make sure that researchers are unaware of which subjects are in which group d. To prevent subjects from knowing which group they are in and prevent preconcep- tion bias
A
A nursing student asks the nurse why more is not known about the teratogenic effects of maternal medication ingestion during pregnancy. Which response by the nurse is correct? a. "Clinical trials to assess this risk would put the fetus at risk." b. "It is safer to recommend that pregnant women avoid medications while pregnant." c. "Most women are reluctant to admit taking medications while they are pregnant." d. "The relatively new MEPREP study will allow testing of medications during pregnancy in the future."
A
A patient has been taking digoxin [Lanoxin] 0.25 mg, and furosemide [Lasix] 40 mg, daily. Upon routine assessment by the nurse, the patient states, "I see yellow halos around the lights." The nurse should perform which action based on this assessment? a. Check the patient for other symptoms of digitalis toxicity. b. Withhold the next dose of furosemide. c. Continue to monitor the patient for heart failure. d. Document the findings and reassess in 1 hour.
A
A patient has begun taking dimethyl fumarate [Tecfidera] to treat relapsing MS and calls the clinic to report flushing of the skin with itching and burning sensations. What will the nurse recommend to this patient? a. "Take a non-enteric-coated aspirin 30 minutes before each dose." b. "The provider will order an antihistamine to treat this symptom." c. "Try taking the medication on an empty stomach." d. "You should notify the provider immediately."
A
A patient has heart failure and is taking an ACE inhibitor. The patient has developed fibrotic changes in the heart and vessels. The nurse expects the provider to order which medication to counter this development? a. Aldosterone antagonist b. Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) c. Beta blocker d. Direct renin inhibitor (DRI)
A
A patient has received two doses of dinoprostone [Prepidil] to initiate labor. It has been 6 hours since the last dose. The nurse assesses the patient and notes that the cervix is ripe and dilated to 4 cm, but contractions are diminishing in intensity and frequency. What will the nurse expect to do? a. Administer oxytocin. b. Monitor urine output. c. Prepare for a cesarean section. d. Watch closely for fetal distress.
A
A patient is admitted to a hospital for treatment for first-time symptoms of mania and is exhibiting euphoric mania. Which medication will the provider order? a. Lithium [Lithobid] b. Olanzapine [Zyprexa] c. Risperidone [Risperdal] d. Divalproex sodium [Valproate]
A
A patient is being treated with interferon beta-1a [Avonex] for relapsing-remitting MS. The patient calls the clinic to report headache, fever, chills, and muscle aches after administering a dose. What will the nurse recommend? a. Acetaminophen or ibuprofen b. Asking the provider to order a complete blood count (CBC) c. Coming to the clinic for evaluation for leukoencephalopathy d. Discontinuing the drug immediately
A
A patient is given a new medication and reports nausea within an hour after taking the drug. The nurse consults the drug information manual and learns that nausea is not an expected adverse effect of this drug. When the next dose is due, what will the nurse do? a. Administer the drug and tell the patient to report further nausea. b. Hold the drug and notify the provider of the patient's symptoms. c. Report the symptoms of nausea to the MEDWATCH program. d. Request an order for an antiemetic to counter this drug's effects.
A
A patient is given a prescription for azithromycin [Zithromax] and asks the nurse why the dose on the first day is twice the amount of the dose on the next 4 days. Which reply by the nurse is correct? a. "A large initial dose helps to get the drug to optimal levels in the body faster." b. "The first dose is larger to minimize the first pass effect of the liver." c. "The four smaller doses help the body taper the amount of drug more gradually." d. "Tubular reabsorption is faster with initial doses, so more is needed at first."
A
A patient is receiving oral iron for iron deficiency anemia. Which antibiotic drug, taken concurrently with iron, would most concern the nurse? a. Tetracycline b. Cephalosporin c. Metronidazole [Flagyl] d. Penicillin
A
A patient newly diagnosed with diabetes is to be discharged from the hospital. The nurse teaching this patient about home management should begin by doing what? a. Asking the patient to demonstrate how to measure and administer insulin b. Discussing methods of storing insulin and discarding syringes c. Giving information about how diet and exercise affect insulin requirements d. Teaching the patient about the long-term consequences of poor diabetes control
A
A patient who has been taking alprazolam [Xanax] to treat generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) reports recently stopping the medication after symptoms have improved but reports having feelings of panic and paranoia. Which initial action by the nurse is correct? a. Ask the patient if the medication was stopped abruptly. b. Instruct the patient to resume taking the alprazolam. c. Notify the provider that the patient is experiencing a relapse. d. Suggest that the patient discuss taking buspirone [Buspar] with the provider.
A
A patient who has been taking an SSRI tells the nurse that the drug has caused reduced sexual performance, weight gain, and sedation. The nurse will suggest that the patient ask the provider about using which drug? a. Bupropion [Wellbutrin] b. Imipramine [Tofranil] c. Isocarboxazid [Marplan] d. Trazodone [Oleptro]
A
A patient who has developed opioid tolerance will experience which effect? a. Decreased analgesic effect b. Decreased constipation c. Increased euphoria d. Increased respiratory depression
A
A patient who has erectile dysfunction asks about medications to treat this disorder, but tells the nurse he doesn't want to have to plan sexual activity several hours in advance. Which medication will the nurse expect the provider to order for this patient? a. Avanafil [Stendra] b. Sildenafil [Viagra] c. Tadalafil [Cialis] d. Vardenafil [Levitra]
A
A patient who is an opioid addict has undergone detoxification with buprenorphine [Subutex] and has been given a prescription for buprenorphine with naloxone [Suboxone]. The patient asks the nurse why the drug was changed. Which response by the nurse is correct? a. "Suboxone has a lower risk of abuse." b. "Suboxone has a longer half-life." c. "Subutex causes more respiratory depression." d. "Subutex has more buprenorphine."
A
A patient who is taking oral contraceptives begins taking valproic acid [Depakote] for seizures. After a week of therapy with valproic acid, the patient tells the nurse that she is experiencing nausea. What will the nurse do? a. Ask the patient if she is taking the valproic acid with food, because taking the drug on an empty stomach can cause gastrointestinal side effects. b. Contact the provider to request an order for a blood ammonia level, because hyperammonemia can occur with valproic acid therapy. c. Suggest that the patient perform a home pregnancy test, because valproic acid can reduce the efficacy of oral contraceptives. d. Suspect that hepatotoxicity has occurred, because this is a common adverse effect of valproic acid.
A
A patient who uses an inhaled glucocorticoid for chronic asthma calls the nurse to report hoarseness. What will the nurse do? a. Ask whether the patient is rinsing the mouth after each dose. b. Request an order for an antifungal medication. c. Suggest that the patient be tested for a bronchial infection. d. Tell the patient to discontinue use of the glucocorticoid.
A
A patient will begin taking propranolol [Inderal] for hypertension. Which statement by the nurse is important when teaching this patient about the medication? a. "Check your hands and feet for swelling and report that to your provider." b. "It is safe to take this medication with a calcium channel blocker." c. "Stop taking the drug if you become short of breath." d. "Take your pulse and do not take the medication if your heart rate is fast."
A
A patient with Stage C heart failure (HF) who has been taking an ACE inhibitor, a beta blocker, and a diuretic begins to have increased dyspnea, weight gain, and decreased urine output. The provider orders spironolactone [Aldactone]. The nurse will instruct the patient to: a. avoid potassium supplements. b. monitor for a decreased heart rate. c. take extra fluids. d. use a salt substitute instead of salt.
A
A patient with a new-onset seizure disorder receives a prescription for phenobarbital. The patient reports being concerned about the sedative side effects of this drug. Which response by the nurse is correct? a. "Phenobarbital doses for seizures are nonsedating." b. "This is a short-acting barbiturate, so sedation wears off quickly." c. "Tolerance to the sedative effects will develop in a few weeks." d. "You may actually experience paradoxical effects of euphoria."
A
A patient with angina who uses sublingual nitroglycerin tells the nurse that the episodes are increasing in frequency and usually occur when the patient walks the dog. The patient reports needing almost daily doses of the nitroglycerin and states that one tablet usually provides complete relief. What will the nurse do? a. Contact the provider to suggest ordering a transdermal patch for this patient. b. Question the patient about consumption of grapefruit juice. c. Suggest that the patient limit walking the dog to shorter distances less frequently. d. Suggest that the patient take two tablets of nitroglycerin each time, because the symptoms are increasing in frequency.
A
A patient with cerebral palsy has severe muscle spasticity and muscle weakness. The patient is unable to take anything by mouth. The nurse is correct to anticipate that which medication will be ordered for home therapy? a. Baclofen [Lioresal] b. Dantrolene [Dantrium] c. Diazepam [Valium] d. Metaxalone [Skelaxin]
A
A patient with diabetes develops hypertension. The nurse will anticipate administering which type of medication to treat hypertension in this patient? a. ACE inhibitors b. Beta blockers c. Direct-acting vasodilators d. Thiazide diuretics
A
A patient with lung cancer receives filgrastim [Neupogen] after chemotherapy to reduce neutropenia. The patient reports a moderate degree of bone pain. What will the nurse do? a. Obtain an order to administer acetaminophen. b. Request an order for a complete blood count (CBC). c. Request an order to reduce the dose of filgrastim. d. Suspect metastasis of the cancer to the bone.
A
A patient with pheochromocytoma is admitted for surgery. The surgeon has ordered an alpha-blocking agent to be given preoperatively. What does the nurse understand about this agent? a. It is ordered to prevent perioperative hypertensive crisis. b. It prevents secretion of catecholamines by the adrenal tumor. c. It reduces contraction of smooth muscles in the adrenal medulla. d. It is given chronically after the surgery to prevent hypertension.
A
A pediatric nurse is teaching nursing students about medication administration in children. Which statement by a student indicates an understanding of the teaching? a. "Drugs effective in adults may not work in children, even if the dose is proportional for weight and size." b. "infants metablize druge more quickly than do older children and adults." c. "side effects of drugs in children are similar to side effects of drugs in adults." d. "The known differences in drug effects in children versus those in adults are related to the size
A
A prescriber has ordered medication for a newborn. The medication is eliminated primarily by hepatic metabolism. The nurse expects the prescriber to: a. order a dose that is lower than an adult dose. b. order a dose that is higher than an adult dose. c. increase the frequency of medication dos- ing. d. discontinue the drug after one or two doses.
A
A prescriber has ordered propranolol [Inderal] for a patient with recurrent ventricular tachycardia. The nurse preparing to administer this drug will be concerned about what in the patient's history? a. Asthma b. Exercise-induced tachyarrhythmias c. Hypertension d. Paroxysmal atrial tachycardia associated with emotion
A
A prescriber orders clonidine [Kapvay] ER tablets for a 12-year-old child. The nurse understands that this drug is being given to treat which condition? a. ADHD b. Hypertension c. Severe pain d. Tourette's syndrome
A
A psychiatric nurse is teaching a patient about an antidepressant medication. The nurse tells the patient that therapeutic effects may not occur for several weeks. The nurse understands that this is likely the result of: a. changes in the brain as a result of prolonged drug exposure. b. direct actions of the drug on specific synaptic functions in the brain. c. slowed drug absorption across the blood-brain barrier. d. tolerance to exposure to the drug over time.
A
A surgical patient is receiving succinylcholine [Anectine] with an inhalation anesthetic. The patient is intubated, has an indwelling urinary catheter, and has ongoing monitoring of vital signs. Which symptom during the perioperative period is cause for concern? a. Elevated temperature b. Increased urine output c. Muscle paralysis d. No response to painful stimuli
A
An infertile patient has received two 5-day courses of clomiphene [Clomid] to help her conceive. An ultrasound 1 week after the last dose reveals that follicular maturation has occurred without ovulation. The nurse expects the next step for this patient to be: a. administration of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG). b. an order for cabergoline to be given twice weekly. c. evaluation of ovarian and pituitary function. d. repeating clomiphene once daily for 5 days.
A
An older adult patient has confusion, memory loss, and disorientation in familiar surroundings. The patient has been taking donepezil [Aricept] 10 mg once daily for 6 months. The patient's symptoms have begun to worsen, and the patient's spouse asks if the medication dose can be increased. What will the nurse tell the spouse? a. The dose can be increased, because the pa-tient has been taking the drug for longer than 3 months. b. The dose can be increased to twice daily dosing instead of once daily dosing. c. The increase in symptoms is the result of hepatotoxicity from the medication's side effects. d. The patient must take the drug for longer than 1 year before the dose can be in-creased.
A
Dr. Taylors 3rd daughter was born approximately how long before he celebrated his birthday? A. 30 days B. They were born on the same day 30 years apart. C. 60 days D. 90 days
A
In a discussion of drug-drug interactions, which would be the best example of a beneficial inhibitory interaction? a. Naloxone [Narcan] blocking morphine sulfate's actions b. Antacids blocking the action of tetracycline [Sumycin] c. Propanolol [Inderal] blocking the effects of albuterol d. Cholestyramine blocking the actions of antihypertensive drug
A
In discussing the rationale for using methadone to ease opioid withdrawal, the nurse would explain that it has which pharmacologic properties or characteristics? a. Methadone can prevent abstinence syndrome. b. Methadone has a shorter duration of action than other opioids. c. Methadone is a nonopioid agent. d. Methadone lacks cross-tolerance with other opioids.
A
The nurse is preparing to discharge a patient who is receiving lithium (Lithobid) for Bipolar Disorder. Which of the following home medications would be a concern for a patient who is taking lithium and why? A. Furosemide used to treat congestive heart failure (CHF) which may cause increased lithium levels via alterations in sodium excretion. B. Aspirin used to reduce platelet aggregation due to the patient's cardiac history may decrease lithium levels to below the therapeutic range. C. Hydrochlorothiazide used to treat hypertension may cause a decrease lithium level, thus the patient would need an increased dosage of lithium for effectiveness to occur. D. Lithium decreases the effectiveness of meloxicam (Mobic) used to treat arthritis requiring the health care provider to modify the arthritis management regimen.
A
The nurse receives an order to give morphine 5 mg IV every 2 hours PRN pain. Which action is not part of the six rights of drug administration? a.Assessing the patient's pain level 15 to 30 minutes after giving the medication administered b. Checking the medication administration record to see when the last dose was c. Consulting a drug manual to determine whether the amount the prescriber ordered is appropriate d. Documenting the reason the medication was given in the patient's electronic medical record
A
The nursing students make the following statement to DR. T about what they have learned in Pharmacotherapeutics up to this point in time. Which one of the following statements would require Dr. T or Ms. M to correct the students? a. "absorption of drugs following intramuscular administration is slower in infants compared to that in neonates and adults." b. "Drug accumulation secondary to decreased renal excretion is the most common cause of adverse drug reactions (ADRs) in older adults." c. "The best time to take a required medication to minimize transfer to the infant is after breast feeding." d. "The majority of drugs used in the pediatric population have never been tested in children."
A
What is the target organ when a beta1 agonist is administered? a. Heart b. Kidney c. Respiratory d. Liver
A
When educating a parent about administering one teaspoon of acetaminophen every four hours to their child, they would include all fo the following interventions EXCEPT: a. Have the parent perform a demonstration of administering 15 ml of acetaminophen and administering it to their child with the next dosing. b. Educate the parent that acetaminophen is the generic version of Tylenol and it is acceptable to administer either the generic brand of the trade name brand. c. Educate the parent to make sure that the medication is kept in the child proof container and is stored in high placed our of reach of children. d. Offer a syringe and observe the parent draw up the correct amount of acetaminophen (5ml).
A
Ms. Modlin owns a horse that has competed in the past. Which of the following names apply to her horse? (Select all that apply) A. Two Socks B. Steppin 'N' Stride C. Topper D. Top Hat and Tails E. Shimmy
A,B
A nurse is teaching a group of women about medications. The women want to know why so many drugs have unpredictable effects in women. The nurse will tell them that: a. drugs usually have more toxic effects in women. b. most known drug effects are based on drug trials in men. c.women have varying responses to drugs during menstrual cycles d. women metabolize drugs more slowly.
B
A nurse is caring for a patient after hip replacement surgery. The patient has been receiving iron replacement therapy for 2 days. The nurse notes that the patient's stools appear black. The patient is pale and complains of feeling tired. The patient's heart rate is 98 beats per minute, respirations are 20 breaths per minute, and the blood pressure is 100/50 mm Hg. The nurse will contact the provider to: a. report possible gastrointestinal hemorrhage. b. request a hemoglobin and hematocrit (H&H). c. request an order for a stool guaiac. d. suggest giving a hypertonic fluid bolus.
B
A nurse is caring for a patient who will begin taking hydralazine to treat hypertension. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the nurse's teaching about this drug? a. "I will need to ask for assistance when getting up out of a chair." b. "I will also take a beta blocker medication with this drug to prevent rapid heart rate." c. "I may develop joint pain, but this side effect will decrease over time." d. "This drug may cause excessive hair growth on my face, arms, and back."
B
A nurse is giving an enteral medication. The patient asks why this method is preferable for this drug. How will the nurse reply? a. "This route allows more rapid absorption of the drug." b. "This route is safer, less expensive, and more convenient." c. "This route is the best way to control serum drug levels." d. "The route prevents inactivation of the drug by digestive enzymes."
B
A nurse is preparing to administer a drug. Upon reading the medication guide, the nurse notes that the drug has been linked to symptoms of Parkinson's disease in some patients. What will the nurse do? a. Ask the patient to report these symptoms, which are known to be teratogenic effects. b. Observe the patient closely for such symptoms and prepare to treat them if needed. c. Request an order to evaluate the patient's genetic predisposition to this effect. d. Warn the patient about these effects and provide reassurance that this is expected.
B
A nurse is teaching a group of nursing students about irreversible cholinesterase inhibitors. Which statement by a student indicates understanding of the teaching? a. "Diazepam is given to reverse inhibition of cholinesterase when overdose occurs." b. "Irreversible cholinesterase inhibitors are rapidly absorbed by all routes." c. "These agents are often used to treat glaucoma." d. "Toxic doses of these agents produce an anticholinergic crisis.
B
A nurse is reviewing an older adult patient's chart before giving medications. Which patient information is of most concern? a. Chronic constipation b. Increased body fat c. Low serum albumin d. Low serum creatinine
C
A nurse is teaching a nursing student about the two classes of adrenergic agonist drugs. Which statement by the nursing student indicates understanding of the teaching? a. "Catecholamines may be given orally." b. "Catecholamines often require continuous infusion to be effective." c. "Noncatecholamines do not cross the blood-brain barrier." d. "Noncatecholamines undergo rapid degradation by monoamine oxidase."
B
A nurse is teaching a patient who will begin taking methimazole [Tapazole] for Graves' disease about the medication. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching? a. "Because of the risk for liver toxicity, I will need frequent liver function tests." b. "I should report a sore throat or fever to my provider if either occurs." c. "I will need a complete blood count every few months." d. "It is safe to get pregnant while taking this medication."
B
A patient admitted to the hospital has been using phenylephrine nasal spray [Neo-Synephrine], 2 sprays every 4 hours, for a week. The patient complains that the medication is not working, because the nasal congestion has increased. What will the nurse do? a. Request an order for an oral decongestant to replace the intranasal phenylephrine. b. Request an order for an intranasal glucocorticoid to be used while the phenylephrine is withdrawn. c. Tell the patient to increase the dose of phenylephrine to 4 sprays every 4 hours. d. Tell the patient to stop using the phenylephrine and begin using an intranasal antihistamine.
B
A patient asks a nurse why he cannot use digoxin [Lanoxin] for his heart failure, because both of his parents used it for HF. The nurse will explain that digoxin is not the first-line therapy for which reason? a. It causes tachycardia and increases the cardiac workload. b. It does not correct the underlying pathology of heart failure. c. It has a wide therapeutic range that makes dosing difficult. d. It may actually shorten the patient's life expectancy.
B
A patient has been taking fluoxetine [Prozac] for 2 years and reports feeling cured of depression. The nurse learns that the patient is sleeping well, participates in usual activities, and feels upbeat and energetic most of the time. The patient's weight has returned to normal. The patient reports last having symptoms of depression at least 9 months ago. What will the nurse tell this patient? a. Indefinite drug therapy is necessary to maintain remission. b. Discuss gradual withdrawal of the medication with the provider. c. Stop the drug while remaining alert for the return of symptoms. d. Take a drug holiday to see whether symptoms recur.
B
A patient has developed muscarinic antagonist toxicity from ingestion of an unknown chemi- cal. The nurse should prepare to administer which medication? a. atropine [Sal-Tropine] IV b. physostigmine [Antilirium] c. An acteylcholinesterase activator d. Pseudophedrine [Ephedrine]
B
A patient has just given birth to a baby boy with a cleft palate. The nurse will review the patient's medication history with special emphasis on drugs taken during which period? A. Before she became pregnant B. During the first trimester C. During the second trimester C. During the third trimester
B
A patient has localized muscle spasms after an injury. The prescriber has ordered tizanidine [Zanaflex] to alleviate the spasms. When obtaining the patient's health history, the nurse should be concerned about which possible reason for considering another drug? a. Concomitant use of aspirin b. A history of hepatitis c. A history of malignant hyperthermia d. Occasional use of alcohol
B
A patient has seasonal allergies and needs an antihistamine to control symptoms. The patient likes to have wine with dinner occasionally and wants to know which antihistamine will be the safest to take. The nurse will tell the patient to discuss which medication with the provider? a. Cetirizine [Zyrtec] b. Fexofenadine [Allegra] c. Levocetirizine [Xyzal] d. Loratadine [Claritin]
B
A patient has undergone a primary percutaneous coronary intervention with a stent placement. The provider has ordered a daily dose of 81 mg of aspirin and clopidogrel. The patient asks the nurse how long the medications must be taken. What will the nurse tell this patient about the medication regimen? a. This drug regimen will continue indefinitely. b. The clopidogrel will be discontinued in one year and the aspirin will be given indefinitely. c. The aspirin will be discontinued in one year and the clopidogrel will be given indefinitely. d. Both drugs will be discontinued in one year.
B
A patient is started on immunosuppressant drugs after kidney transplantation and will be taking azathioprine [Imuran] as part of the drug regimen. The patient asks the nurse why it is necessary to have a specimen for a complete blood count drawn at the beginning of therapy and then periodically thereafter. The nurse explains that azathioprine can alter blood cells and tells the patient to report: a. alopecia. b. easy bruising. c. fatigue. d. gastrointestinal (GI) upset.
B
A patient is taking a combination oral contraceptive (OC) and tells the nurse that she is planning to undergo knee replacement surgery in 2 months. What will the nurse recommend for this patient? a. The patient should ask her provider about an OC with less progestin. b. The patient should discuss an alternate method of birth control prior to surgery. c. The patient should request an OC containing less estrogen after surgery. d. The patient should take the OC at bedtime after her surgery to reduce side effects.
B
A patient is taking hydrocodone and ibuprofen for cancer pain and is admitted to the hospital for chemotherapy. The nurse anticipates that the prescriber will ____ ibuprofen. a. reduce the dose of b. discontinue the c. increase the dose of d. order aspirin (ASA) instead of
B
A patient who has diabetes mellitus is diagnosed with schizophrenia and the provider orders thi-oridazine. The patient asks the nurse why the provider hasn't ordered olanzapine [Zyprexa], which the patient has seen advertised on television. Which response by the nurse is the most im-portant reason that this patient is not receiving olanzapine? a. "Olanzapine is more expensive than thiori-dazine." b. "Olanzapine causes more metabolic side effects than thioridazine." c. "Thioridazine has fewer side effects than olanzapine." d. "Thioridazine has a faster onset of action than olanzapine."
B
A patient who has just learned she is pregnant has stopped using a prescription medication that she takes for asthma because she doesn't want to harm her baby. What will the nurse tell her? a. That asthma medications will not affect the fetus b. That her baby's health is dependent on hers c. To avoid taking medications during her pregnancy d. To resume the medication in her second trimester
B
A patient who has recurrent migraine headaches is prescribed sumatriptan [Imitrex]. Which aspect of this patient's history is of concern when taking this drug? a. Asthma b. Coronary artery disease c. Diabetes d. Renal disease
B
A patient who is an alcoholic is prescribed disulfiram [Antabuse] to help prevent relapse and the nurse provides teaching about the use of this drug. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching? a. "I may use alcohol in cooking since heating foods destroys the alcohol." b. "I should avoid shaving lotion and mouthwashes that contain even small amounts of alcohol." c. "If I decide to drink, I should stop taking the disulfiram at least one week prior to consuming alcohol." d. "If I use alcohol, the effects will be uncomfortable but are not dangerous."
B
A patient who is having her sixth child has gone beyond term, and her labor is being induced with oxytocin [Pitocin]. The patient is having increased frequency, duration, and intensity of contractions. The nurse will interrupt the oxytocin infusion if what occurs? a. Contractions occur every 2 to 3 minutes. b. Individual contractions last 2 minutes. c. Mild to moderate pain occurs with uterine contractions. d. Resting intrauterine pressure is greater than 10 to 15 mm Hg.
B
A patient who is morbidly obese is admitted for treatment. The prescriber orders lisdexamfetamine [Vyvanse]. The nurse will be concerned if this patient shows signs of: a. anorexia. b. dyspnea. c. insomnia. d. loquaciousness.
B
A patient who is taking a first-generation antipsychotic (FGA) drug for schizophrenia comes to the clinic for evaluation. The nurse observes that the patient has a shuffling gait and mild trem-ors. The nurse will ask the patient's provider about which course of action? a. Administering a direct dopamine antagonist b. Giving an anticholinergic medication c. Increasing the dose of the antipsychotic drug d. Switching to a second-generation antipsy-chotic drug
B
A patient who recently started therapy with an HMG-COA reductase inhibitor asks the nurse, "How long will it take until I see an effect on my LDL cholesterol?" The nurse gives which correct answer? a. "It will take 6 months to see a change." b. "A reduction usually is seen within 2 weeks." c. "Blood levels normalize immediately after the drug is started. d. "Cholesterol will not be affected, but triglycerides will fall within the first week."
B
A patient with a history of cirrhosis of the liver is scheduled for a simple surgical procedure. The nurse anesthetist can choose from which of the following local anesthetic agents to use for this procedure? a. lidocaine (Xylocaine) or Bupivocaine (Marcaine) b. Tetracaine or Chloroprocaine (Nesacaine) c. Ropivacaine (Naropin) or Benzocaine d. procaine (Novocaine) or Prilocaine (Citanest)
B
A patient with bipolar disorder who is taking divalproex sodium [Valproate] has just been admitted to the hospital. During the admission assessment, the patient tells the nurse about recent suicidal ideation. The nurse observes several areas of bruising over soft tissue areas and notes a weight gain of 10 pounds since the last admission 1 year ago. What will the nurse do? a. Ask the patient whether the bruises are self-inflicted. b. Contact the provider to report these findings. c. Give the patient information about weight loss. d. Request an order for an increased dose to help with depressive symptoms.
B
A patient with cancer is admitted to the hospital. The nurse obtains an admission history and learns that the patient has been taking oxycodone and a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) for a year. The patient reports a recent increase in the intensity of pain, along with a new pain described as "burning" and "shooting." The nurse anticipates that the prescriber will order: a. a combination opioid/NSAID and an adjunctive analgesic. b. a fentanyl transdermal patch, acetaminophen, and an adjunctive analgesic. c. an increase in the oxycodone and NSAID doses. d. intramuscular morphine sulfate and acetaminophen.
B
A patient with chronic congestive heart failure has repeated hospitalizations in spite of ongoing treatment with hydrochlorothiazide [HydroDIURIL] and digoxin. The prescriber has ordered spironolactone [Aldactone] to be added to this patient's drug regimen, and the nurse provides education about this medication. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching? a. "I can expect improvement within a few hours after taking this drug." b. "I need to stop taking potassium supplements." c. "I should use salt substitutes to prevent toxic side effects." d. "I should watch closely for dehydration."
B
A postoperative patient will begin anticoagulant therapy with rivaroxaban [Xarelto] after knee replacement surgery. The nurse performs a history and learns that the patient is taking erythromycin. The patient's creatinine clearance is 50 mL/min. The nurse will: a. administer the first dose of rivaroxaban as ordered. b. notify the provider to discuss changing the patient's antibiotic. c. request an order for a different anticoagulant medication. d. request an order to increase the dose of rivaroxaban.
B
A prescriber has ordered pilocarpine [Pilocar]. A nurse understands that the drug stimulates muscarinic receptors and would expect the drug to have which action? a. Reduction of excessive secretions in a postoperative patient b. Lowering of intraocular pressure in patients with glaucoma c. Inhibition of muscular activity in the bladder d. Prevention of hypertensive crisis
B
A provider has ordered captopril [Capoten] for a patient who has hypertension. The patient reports a history of swelling of the tongue and lips after taking enalapril [Vasotec] in the past. Which action by the nurse is correct? a. Administer the captopril and monitor for adverse effects. b. Hold the dose and notify the provider. c. Request an order to administer fosinopril instead of captopril. d. Reassure the patient that this is not a serious side effect.
B
A provider has written an order for a medication: drug 100 mg PO every 6 hours. The half- life for the drug is approximately 6 hours. The nurse is preparing to administer the first dose at 8:00 AM on Tuesday. On Wednesday, when will the serum drug level reach plateau? a. 2:00 am b. 8:00am c. 2:00 PM d. 8:00 PM
B
A woman who is breast-feeding her infant must take a prescription medication for 2 weeks. The medication is safe, but the patient wants to make sure her baby receives as little of the drug as possible. What will the nurse tell the patient to do? a. Give the baby formula as long as the mother is taking the medication b. Take the medication immediately after breast-feeding c. Pump breast milk and feed the baby by bottle d. Take the medication 1 hour before breast-feeding
B
An alcoholic patient's spouse asks a nurse about recovery from chronic alcoholism. The patient is confused and has abnormal eye movements and nystagmus. Which statement by the nurse is correct? a. "The symptoms your spouse shows are partly reversible in most people." b. "These symptoms can be reversed with vitamin therapy and good nutrition." c. "Your spouse has symptoms of an irreversible encephalopathy." d. "Your spouse will probably recover completely after detoxification."
B
Dopamine is administered to a patient who has been experiencing hypotensive episodes. Other than an increase in blood pressure, which indicator would the nurse use to evaluate a successful response? a. Decrease in pulse b. Increase in urine output c. Weight gain d. Improved gastric motility
B
Many medications list side effects that include dry mouth, constipation, and urinary retention. What kinds of effects are these? a. alpha adrenergic b. Anticholinergic c. Beta adregenergic d. Sympathetic
B
Someone asks a nurse about a new drug that is in preclinical testing and wants to know why it cannot be used to treat a friend's illness. Which statement by the nurse is correct? a. "a drug at this stage of development can be used only in patients with serious disease." b. "At this stage of drug development, the safety and usefulness of the medication is unknown." c. "Clinical trail must be completed to make sure the drug is safe to use in humans." d. "Until postmarketing surveillance data are available, the drug cannot be used."
B
The client has just been prescribed levothyroxine for hypothyroidism. Which of the following educational statements provided by the nurse are true? Select ALL that apply. A. You will remain on this levothyroxine until the T3 and T4 levels stabilize and then you will be scheduled for the removal of your thyroid gland. B. Since you are taking warfarin for A-fib, we will monitor your PT levels closely and perhaps have to adjust the dosage since these two medications are highly protein bound and warfarin PT levels may increase. C. Take levothyroxine in the morning with breakfast since it is absorbed better with food. D. Once the symptoms are resolved, and T3, T4 & TSH are stabilized, you will be able to discontinue the therapy
B
The nurse administered 25 Units of Humulin N to a client with Type I Diabetes at 1600. Which interventions should the nurse implement? A. Asses the client for hypoglycemia around 1800. B. Ensure the client eats the nighttime (HS) snack. C. check the client's serum blood glucose level. D. Serve the client the supper tray at 1630 to prevent hypoglycemia by 180
B
The nurse is administering adenosine rapid IVP to a patient. While administering adenosine, the nurse sees the following rhythm displayed on the monitor. {{IMAGINE ASYSTOLE RHYTHM IMAGE HERE}} According to the rhythm, the nurse should perform which of the following interventions? A. Notify the Health Care Practitioner in charge immediately. B. Continue to monitor the patient and the cardiac rhythm displayed on the monitor. C. Call for Code Blue assistance. D. Start chest compressions and cardiopulmonary resuscitation immediately.
B
The nurse is caring for a pregnant patient who is in labor. The woman reports having had mild preeclampsia with a previous pregnancy. The nurse notes that the woman has a blood pressure of 168/102 mm Hg. The nurse will contact the provider to request an order for which drug? a. Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor b. Hydralazine (Apresoline) c. Magnesium sulfate d. Sodium nitroprusside
B
The nurse is providing patient education to a patient who will begin taking fludrocortisone [Florinef] as adjunctive therapy to hydrocortisone. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching? a. "I should move from sitting to standing slowly." b. "I should report any swelling of my hands and feet." c. "I should report weight loss to my provider." d. "I should report excessive urine output."
B
The nurse is teaching a patient who is newly diagnosed with myasthenia gravis about managing the disease. Which is important when teaching this patient about adverse effects of cholinesterase inhibitors? a. "There are very few serious side effects associated with your medication." b. "It is important to notify your provider if you have excessive saliva." c. "If you experience urinary urgency, you may need to increase your dose." d. "Excessive sweating is a minor side effect and will improve over time."
B
The nurse provides teaching for a patient who will begin taking rotigotine [Neupro] to treat Parkinson's disease. What will the nurse include in teaching? a. "If you develop nausea and vomiting, you should stop taking the medication." b. "If you need to stop this drug, your provider will order a gradual withdrawal." c. "You will start this drug regimen with a higher than usual loading dose." d. "You will take this medication by mouth with food."
B
What occurs when a drug binds to a receptor in the body? a. It alters the receptor to become nonresponsive to its usual endogenous molecules. b. It increases or decreases the activity of that receptor. c. It gives the receptor a new function. d. It prevents the action of the receptor by altering its response to chemical mediators.
B
2.A patient claims to get better effects with a tablet of Brand X of a drug than with a tablet of Brand Y of the same drug. Both brands contain the same amount of the active ingredient. What does the nurse know to be most likely? a. Advertising by pharmaceutical companies can enhance patient expectations of one brand over another, leading to a placebo effect. b. Because the drug preparations are chemically equivalent, the effects of the two brands must be identical c. Tablets can differ in composition and can have differing rates of disintegration and dissolution, which can alter the drug's effects in the body. d. The bioavailability of a drug is determined by the amount of the drug in each dose.
C
A 14-year-old male patient who plays football is admitted to the hospital. The nurse notes that the patient has short stature for his age according to a standard growth chart. The patient is muscular, has a deep voice, and needs to shave. The nurse notifies the provider of these findings. Which test will the nurse expect the provider to order? a. Coagulation studies b. Complete blood count (CBC) with differential c. Liver function tests and serum cholesterol d. Serum glucose and hemoglobin A1c
C
A child who receives valproic acid [Depakote] begins taking lamotrigine [Lamictal] because of an increase in the number of seizures. The nurse will observe this child closely for which symptom? a. Angioedema b. Hypohidrosis c. Rash d. Psychosis
C
A clinic patient who has cirrhosis of the liver develops hypervolemic hypernatremia. Which medication will the nurse expect the provider to order? a. Conivaptan [Vaprisol] b. Desmopressin [DDAVP] c. Tolvaptan [Samsca] d. Vasopressin [Pitressin]
C
A college student who is unresponsive is brought to the emergency department by friends, who say that their friend drank more than half of a large bottle of whiskey 3 hours ago. Assessment reveals a blood alcohol level of 0.32%. The vital signs are BP, 88/32 mm Hg; R, 6/min; T, 96.8°F; and P, 76/min and weak and thready. The nurse should prepare the patient for which intervention? a. IV fluids and stimulants b. Charcoal administration c. Gastric lavage and dialysis d. Naloxone [Narcan] administration
C
A hospitalized patient complains of acute chest pain. The nurse administers a 0.3-mg sublingual nitroglycerin tablet, but the patient continues to complain of pain. Vital signs remain stable. What is the nurse's next step? a. Apply a nitroglycerin transdermal patch. b. Continue dosing at 10-minute intervals. c. Give a second dose of nitroglycerin in 5 minutes. d. Request an order for intravenous nitroglycerin.
C
A nurse administers an ACE inhibitor to a patient who is taking the drug for the first time. What will the nurse do? a. Instruct the patient not to get up without assistance. b. Make sure the patient takes a potassium supplement. c. Report the presence of a dry cough to the prescriber. d. Request an order for a diuretic to counter the side effects of the ACE inhibitor.
C
A nurse administers the same medication in the same preparation in the same dose to several patients and notes that some patients have a better response to the drug than others. What is the most likely explanation for this phenomenon? a. Altered bioavailability of the drug b. Patient compliance with the therapeutic regimen c. Pharmacogenomic defferences among individuals d. Placebo effects enhancing expectations of drug efficacy
C
A nurse is administering a vasodilator that dilates resistance vessels. The nurse understands that this drug will have which effect on the patient? a. Decreased cardiac preload b. Decreased cardiac output c. Increased tissue perfusion d. Increased ventricular contraction
C
A nurse is administering drug X to a patient. The drug information states that the drug acts by activating receptors in the peripheral nervous system by increasing transmitter synthesis. The nurse understands that the effect of this drug is to: a. activate axonal conduction. b. enhance transmitter storage. c. Increase receptor activation d. synthesize supertransmitters.
C
A nurse is discussing fibrinolytic therapy for the acute phase of STEMI management with a group of nursing students. Which statement by a student indicates understanding of this therapy? a. "Fibrinolytics are effective when the first dose is given up to 24 hours after symptom onset." b. "Fibrinolytics should be given once cardiac troponins reveal the presence of STEMI." c. "Fibrinolytics should be used with caution in patients with a history of cerebrovascular accident." d. "Patients should receive either an anticoagulant or an antiplatelet agent with a fibrinolytic drug."
C
A nurse is discussing the differences between OxyContin OC and OxyContin OP with a group of nursing students. Which statement by a student indicates understanding of the teaching? a. "OxyContin OC cannot be drawn into a syringe for injection." b. "OxyContin OP has greater solubility in water and alcohol." c. "OxyContin OP is not easily crushed into a powder." d. "Patients using OxyContin OP are less likely to overdose."
C
A nurse is discussing various ways to obtain a medical abortion with a patient. Which statement by the patient best demonstrates understanding of mifepristone (RU 486) [Mifeprex]? "This drug is most effective if I use it: a. before the first missed menstrual period." b. the day after unprotected intercourse." c. within 7 weeks of conception." d. immediately after ovulation."
C
A nurse is preparing a patient to go home from the emergency department after receiving sutures for a laceration on one hand. The provider used lidocaine with epinephrine as a local anesthetic. Which symptom in this patient causes the most concern? a. Difficulty moving the fingers of the affect-ed hand b. Inability to feel pressure at the suture site c. Nervousness and tachycardia d. Sensation of pain returning to the wound
C
A nurse is preparing to teach a forgetful older adult patient about a multiple drug regimen to follow after discharge from the hospital. To help promote adherence, what will the nurse do? a. Ask the patient to share the teaching with a neighbor or friend soon after discharge. b. Give the patient detailed written information about each drug. c. Cluster medication administration times as much as possible. d. Make sure the patient understands the actions and side effects of each drug.
C
A nurse is reviewing a patient's medications before administration. Which drug-to-drug interactions will most concern the nurse in a patient with a history of heart failure and a potassium level of 5.5 mEq/L? a. Furosemide [Lasix] and enalapril [Vasotec] b. Amlodipine [Norvasc] and spironolactone [Aldactone] c. Captopril [Capoten] and spironolactone [Aldactone] d. Metoprolol [Lopressor] and furosemide [Lasix]
C
A nurse is teaching nursing students about the pharmacology of methyldopa. Which statement by a student indicates the need for further teaching? a. "Methyldopa results in alpha2 agonist activation, but it is not itself an alpha2 agonist." b. "Methyldopa is not effective until it is converted to an active compound." c. "Methyldopa reduces blood pressure by reducing cardiac output." d. "Methyldopa's principal mechanism is vasodilation, not cardiosuppression."
C
A nurse provides teaching to a patient who has had a hysterectomy and is about to begin hormone therapy to manage menopausal symptoms. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching? a. "Because I am not at risk for uterine cancer, I can take hormones indefinitely." b. "I can take estrogen to reduce my risk of cardiovascular disease." c. "I should take the lowest effective dose for the shortest time needed." d. "I will need a progestin/estrogen combination since I have had a hysterectomy."
C
A nurse provides teaching to a patient who has undergone kidney transplantation and will begin taking cyclosporine [Sandimmune], a glucocorticoid, and sirolimus [Rapamune]. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching? a. "I should take sirolimus at the same time as the cyclosporine." b. "I will need to have my blood sugar checked regularly." c. "I will need to take an antibiotic to prevent lung infections." d. "Taking this combination of drugs lowers my risk of kidney damage."
C
A nurse working in the emergency department is assigned to a child who is arriving by ambulance after being involved in a spill of organophosphate insecticides. What will the nurse expect to be the initial priority for treating this child? a. Administering diphenhydramine to control secretions b. Giving diazepam to control seizures c. Providing mechanical ventilation and oxygen d. Reporting the spill to the Environmental Protection Agency
C
A nursing student is preparing to give a medication that has a boxed warning. The student asks the nurse what this means. What will the nurse explain about boxed warnings? a. They indicate that a drug should not be given except in life-threatening circumstances. b. They provide detailed information about the adverse effects of the drug. c. They alert prescribers to measures to mitigate potential harm from side effects. d. They proved information about antibiotics in the even that toxicity occurs
C
A patient has been taking chlorthalidone to treat hypertension. The patient's prescriber has just ordered the addition of spironolactone to the patient's drug regimen. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching? a. "I should continue following the DASH diet when adding this drug." b. "I should not take an ACE inhibitor when adding this drug." c. "I will need to take potassium supplements when adding this drug." d. "I will not experience a significant increase in diuresis when adding this drug."
C
A patient has been taking narcotic analgesics for chronic pain for several months. The nurse caring for this patient notes that the prescribed dose is higher than the recommended dose. The patient has normal vital signs, is awake and alert, and reports mild pain. What does the nurse recognize about this patient? a. This patient exhibits a negative placebo effect with a reduced response to the drug. b. This patient has developed a reaction known as tachyphylaxis because of repeated exposure to the drug. c. This patient has developed pharmacodynamic tolerance, which has increased the minimal effective concentration (MEC) needed for analgesic effect. d. This patient produces higher than normal hepatic enzymes as a result of prolonged exposure to the drug.
C
A patient is diagnosed with anxiety after describing symptoms of tension, poor concentration, and difficulty sleeping that have persisted for over 6 months. Which medication will the nurse expect the provider to order for this patient? a. Alprazolam [Xanax] b. Amitriptyline [Elavil] c. Buspirone [Buspar] d. Paroxetine [Paxil]
C
A patient is taking a combination oral contraceptive (OC) and reports breast tenderness, edema, a. The patient should ask her provider about an OC with less progestin. b. The patient should discuss an alternate method of birth control. c. The patient should request an OC containing less estrogen. d. The patient should take the OC at bedtime to reduce side effects.
C
A patient is taking gentamicin [Garamycin] and furosemide [Lasix]. The nurse should counsel this patient to report which symptom? a. Frequent nocturia b. Headaches c. Ringing in the ears d. Urinary retention
C
A patient newly diagnosed with Parkinson's disease has been taking levodopa/carbidopa [Sinemet] for several weeks and complains of nausea and vomiting. The nurse tells the patient to discuss what with the provider? a. Taking a lower dose on an empty stomach b. Taking an increased dose along with a high-protein snack c. Taking a lower dose with a low-protein snack d. Taking dopamine in addition to levodopa/carbidopa
C
A patient receives a neuromuscular blocking agent before a procedure. The patient's eyes close. The nurse knows this is a sign that the patient: a. has fallen asleep. b. has received a toxic dose of the medication. c. is beginning to feel the drug's effects. d. may need mechanical ventilation
C
A patient reports becoming "immune" to a medication because it no longer works to alleviate symptoms. The nurse recognizes that this decreased effectiveness is likely caused by: a. antagonists produced by the body that compete with the drug for receptor sites. b. decreased selectivity of receptor sites, resulting in a variety of effects. c. desensitization of receptor sites by continual exposure to the drug d. synthesis of more receptor sites in response to the medication.
C
A patient who has a lower back injury exhibits muscle spasms. The provider orders cyclobenzaprine [Flexeril] 10 mg three times a day. What will the nurse include when teaching this patient about this drug? a. "This drug carries some risk of developing hallucinations and psychotic symptoms." b. "This medication may cause your urine to turn brown, black, or dark green." c. "You may experience blurred vision, dry mouth, or constipation." d. "You will need to have liver function tests performed while taking this medication."
C
A patient with a form of epilepsy that may have spontaneous remission has been taking an AED for a year. The patient reports being seizure free for 6 months and asks the nurse when the drug can be discontinued. What will the nurse tell the patient? a. AEDs must be taken for life to maintain remission. b. Another AED will be substituted for the current AED. c. The provider will withdraw the drug over a 6- to 12-week period. d. The patient should stop taking the AED now and restart the drug if seizures recur.
C
A patient with a seizure disorder is admitted to the hospital and has a partial convulsive episode shortly after arriving on the unit. The patient has been taking phenytoin [Dilantin] 100 mg three times daily and oxcarbazepine [Trileptal] 300 mg twice daily for several years. The patient's phenytoin level is 8.6 mcg/mL, and the oxcarbazepine level is 22 mcg/mL. The nurse contacts the provider to report these levels and the seizure. What will the nurse expect the provider to order? a. A decreased dose of oxcarbazepine b. Extended-release phenytoin c. An increased dose of phenytoin d. Once-daily dosing of oxcarbazepine
C
A patient with bipolar disorder takes lamotrigine [Lamictal]. Which statement by the patient would prompt the nurse to hold the drug and notify the prescriber for further assessment? a. "I get a little dizzy sometimes." b. "I had a headache last week that lasted for about an hour." c. "I've broken out in a rash on my chest and back." d. "Last night I woke up twice with a bad dream."
C
A patient with endometriosis is being treated with the gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist leuprolide [Lupron Depot]. A nurse is teaching the patient about the drug. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching? a. "I can continue to take the medication if I get pregnant." b. "I can expect the medication to cure my symptoms." c. "I may have menopausal-like symptoms when taking this medication." d. "I will need to take the medication for several years."
C
A patient with hemophilia is hospitalized for infusion of factor VIII replacement through a venous port. While giving the drug, the nurse notes that the patient's temperature is 101.5°F. The nurse will contact the provider to report which possibility? a. Anaphylactic reaction b. Contamination of factor replacement c. Port infection d. Thrombolytic event
C
A patient with type 1 diabetes is taking NPH insulin, 30 units every day. A nurse notes that the patient is also taking metoprolol [Lopressor]. What education should the nurse provide to the patient? a. "Metoprolol has no effect on diabetes mellitus or on your insulin requirements." b. "Metoprolol interferes with the effects of insulin, so you may need to increase your insulin dose." c. "Metoprolol may mask signs of hypoglycemia, so you need to monitor your blood glucose closely." d. "Metoprolol may potentiate the effects of the insulin, so the dose should be reduced."
C
A postoperative patient reports pain in the left lower extremity. The nurse notes swelling in the lower leg, which feels warm to the touch. The nurse will anticipate giving which medication? a. Aspirin b. Clopidogrel [Plavix] c. Enoxaparin [Lovenox] d. Warfarin [Coumadin]
C
A young woman with migraine headaches who has recently begun taking sumatriptan [Imitrex] calls the nurse to report a sensation of chest and arm heaviness. The nurse questions the patient and determines that she feels pressure and not pain. What will the nurse do? a. Ask the patient about any history of hypertension or coronary artery disease. b. Determine whether the patient might be pregnant. c. Reassure the patient that this is a transient, reversible side effect of sumatriptan. d. Tell the patient to stop taking the medication immediately.
C
An anesthesiologist completes preoperative teaching for a patient the night before surgery. The patient asks the nurse to clarify the reason midazolam [Versed] will be given as an adjunct to the anesthetic. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding? a. "Versed allows a larger amount of inhaled anesthetic to be used without increased side effects." b. "Versed is given to enhance the analgesic and muscle relaxation effects of the inhaled anesthetic." c. "Versed is used to produce rapid unconsciousness before administration of the inhaled anesthetic." d. "Versed is used to reduce cardiovascular and respiratory depression caused by the inhaled anesthetic."
C
The nurse is caring for a patient after recent renal transplantation. The patient is taking sirolimus [Rapamune] to prevent transplant rejection. What other medications would the nurse expect the patient to be taking? a. Rifampin and ketoconazole b. Carbamazepine and phenobarbital c. Cyclosporine and glucocorticoids d. Amphotericin B and erythromycin
C
The nurse is preparing to care for a patient who will be taking an antihypertensive medication. Which action by the nurse is part of the assessment step of the nursing process? a. Asking the prescriber for an order to monitor serum drug levels b. Monitoring the patient for drug interactions after giving the medication c. Questioning the patient about over-the-counter medications d. Taking the patient's blood pressure throughout the course of treatment
C
What is a desired outcome when a drug is described as easy to administer? a. it can be stored indefinitely without need for refrigeration. b. It does not interact significantly with other drug regimen c. It enhances patient adherence to the drug regimen. d. It is usually relatively inexpensive to produce
C
A 7-year-old child who is otherwise healthy is receiving mecasermin [Increlex] replacement therapy to treat severe primary deficiency of insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1). The child develops tonsillar hypertrophy. The nurse anticipates that the provider will recommend: a. antibiotics. b. reducing the dose of mecasermin. c. discontinuing the mecasermin. d. tonsillectomy
D
A child is receiving a combination albuterol/ipratropium [DuoNeb] inhalation treatment. The patient complains of a dry mouth and sore throat. What will the nurse do? a. Contact the provider to report systemic anticholinergic side effects. b. Discontinue the aerosol treatment immediately. c. Notify the provider of a possible allergic reaction. d. Reassure the patient that these are expected side effects.
D
A hospitalized patient who is given one dose of flurazepam continues to show drowsiness the next day. A nursing student asks the nurse the reason for this, because the drug's half-life is only 2 to 3 hours. Which response by the nurse is correct? a. "Benzodiazepines commonly cause residual effects lasting into the day after the dose is given." b. "The patient is having a paradoxical reaction to this medication." c. "This patient must have developed a previous tolerance to benzodiazepines." d. "When this drug is metabolized, the resulting compound has longer-lasting effects."
D
A nurse is assisting a physician who is preparing to suture a superficial laceration on a patient's leg. The physician asks the nurse to draw up lidocaine with epinephrine. The nurse understands that epinephrine is used with the lidocaine to: a. allow more systemic absorption to speed up metabolism of the lidocaine. b. increase the rate of absorption of the lido-caine. c. improve perfusion by increasing blood flow to the area. d. prolong anesthetic effects and reduce the risk of systemic toxicity from lidocaine.
D
A nurse is preparing a patient who will stop taking lorazepam [Ativan] for anxiety and begin taking buspirone [Buspar]. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching? a. "I can drink alcohol when taking Buspar, but not grapefruit juice." b. "I may need to use a sedative medication if I experience insomnia." c. "I may not feel the effects of Buspar for a few weeks." d. "I should stop taking the Ativan when I start taking the Buspar."
D
A nurse is preparing to administer memantine [Nemanda] to a patient and notes a slight elevation in the patient's creatinine clearance level. What will the nurse expect the provider to order for this patient? a. Adding sodium bicarbonate to the patient's drug regimen b. Continuing the memantine as ordered c. Discontinuing the memantine d. Reducing the dose of memantine
D
A nurse is providing education to a patient who is beginning therapy with AndroGel testosterone gel. What statement made by the patient demonstrates a need for further teaching? a. "I should not shower or swim for at least 5 to 6 hours after application." b. "I should avoid direct skin-to-skin contact with my spouse where the medication was applied." c. "I should have my blood drawn for laboratory tests in 14 days." d. "I should apply the medication to my genitals for best results."
D
A nurse is teaching a group of nursing students about neurotransmitters. Which statement by a student about acetylcholine indicates a need for further teaching? A. "it activates three cholinergic receptor subtypes." B. "it has effecrs in the parasympathetic, sympathetic, and somatic nervous systems." c. It is used at most junctions of the peripheral nervous systems." d. "Its transmission is terminated by reuptake into the cholinergic nerve terminal."
D
A nurse is teaching a group of students about how CNS drugs are developed. Which statement by a student indicates a need for further teaching? a. "Central nervous system drug development relies on observations of their effects on human behavior." b. "Studies of new central nervous system drugs in healthy subjects can produce paradoxical effects." c. "Our knowledge of the neurochemical and physiologic changes that underlie mental illness is incomplete." d. "These drugs are developed based on scientific knowledge of CNS transmitters and receptors."
D
A nurse prepares to administer propranolol [Inderal] to a patient recovering from acute myocardial infarction. The patient's heart rate is 52 beats per minute, and the rhythm is regular. What action should the nurse take next? a. Administer the drug as prescribed. b. Request an order for atropine. c. Withhold the dose and document the pulse rate. d. Withhold the dose and notify the prescriber.
D
A nurse provides teaching for a female patient with anemia who has had cancer chemotherapy and who will begin treatment with testosterone. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching? a. "Facial hair may develop with this drug but will go away over time." b. "I may experience an increase in breast size while taking this drug." c. "Testosterone may increase my high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol and reduce my low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol." d. "Testosterone treats anemia by stimulating the synthesis of a renal hormone.
D
A nursing student wants to know why a patient who has been taking levodopa [Dopar] for years will now receive levodopa/carbidopa [Sinemet]. The nurse explains the reasons that levodopa as a single agent is no longer available. Which statement by the student indicates a need for further education? a. "Carbidopa increases the availability of levodopa in the central nervous system." b. "Carbidopa reduces the incidence of nausea and vomiting." c. "Combination products reduce peripheral cardiovascular side effects." d. "Combination products cause fewer dyskinesias and decreased psychosis."
D
A patient who is taking morphine for pain asks the nurse how a pain medication can also cause constipation. What does the nurse know about morphine? a. It binds to different types of receptors in the body. b. It can cause constipation in toxic doses. c. It causes only one type of response, and the constipation is coincidental. d. It is selective to receptors that regulate more than one body process
D
A patient administers interferon beta-1a SQ [Rebif] 22 mcg/0.5 mL three times each week. The patient calls the nurse to report unrelieved itching and erythema at the injection site, despite the use of topical hydrocortisone for several weeks. What will the nurse tell this patient to do? a. Apply ice to the injection site before and after the injection. b. Ask the provider to reduce the dose of interferon beta to 8.8 mcg/0.2 mL. c. Discuss using a prescription-strength hydrocortisone product with the provider. d. Take oral diphenhydramine [Benadryl].
D
A patient begins taking nifedipine [Procardia], along with metoprolol, to treat hypertension. The nurse understands that metoprolol is used to: a. reduce flushing. b. minimize gingival hyperplasia. c. prevent constipation. d. prevent reflex tachycardia.
D
A patient has been receiving intravenous penicillin for pneumonia for several days and begins to complain of generalized itching. The nurse auscultates bilateral wheezing and notes a temperature of 38.5°C (101°F). Which is the correct action by the nurse? a. Administer the next dose and continue to evaluate the patient's symptoms. b. Ask the prescriber if an antihistamine can be given to relieve the itching. c. Contact the prescriber to request an order for a chest radiograph. d. Hold the next dose and notify the prescriber of the symptoms.
D
A patient in the postanesthesia recovery unit received ketamine [Ketalar] for right open reduction internal fixation surgery. What drug would be beneficial as a premedication to help minimize adverse reactions? a. Methohexital [Brevital] b. Sevoflurane [Ultane] c. Atropine [Sal-Tropine] d. Diazepam [Valium]
D
A patient is admitted to the hospital. The patient's initial laboratory results reveal megaloblastic anemia. The patient complains of tingling of the hands and appears confused. The nurse suspects what in this patient? a. Celiac disease b. Folic acid deficiency c. Iron deficiency anemia d. Vitamin B12 deficiency
D
A patient is admitted with severe hypertensive crisis. The nurse will anticipate administering which medication? a. Captopril PO b. Hydralazine [Apresoline] 25 mg PO c. Minoxidil 20 mg PO d. Sodium nitroprusside [Nitropress] IV
D
A patient is experiencing toxic side effects from atropine, including delirium and hallucinations. Which medication will the nurse expect to administer? a. Donepezil [Aricept] b. Edrophonium [Reversol] c. Neostigmine [Prostigmin] d. Physostigmine
D
A patient is taking an FGA for schizophrenia. The nurse notes that the patient has trouble speak-ing and chewing and observes slow, wormlike movements of the patient's tongue. The nurse recognizes which adverse effect in this patient? a. Acute dystonia b. Akathisia c. Parkinsonism d. Tardive dyskinesia
D
A patient is taking digoxin [Lanoxin] and quinidine to treat sustained ventricular tachycardia. Before giving medications, the nurse reviews the patient's electrocardiogram (ECG) and notes a QRS complex that has widened by 50% from the baseline ECG. What will the nurse do? a. Administer the medications as ordered, because this indicates improvement. b. Contact the provider to discuss reducing the digoxin dose. c. Contact the provider to request an increase in the quinidine dose. d. Withhold the quinidine and contact the provider to report the ECG finding.
D
A patient is to receive a beta agonist. Before administration of this medication, which assessment finding would most concern the nurse? a. Pulse oximtery reading of 88% b. Blood pressure of 100/60 mmHg c. Respiratory rate of 28 breaths per minute d. Heart rate of 110 beats per minute
D
A patient takes an ACE inhibitor to treat hypertension and tells the nurse that she wants to become pregnant. She asks whether she should continue taking the medication while she is pregnant. What will the nurse tell her? a. Controlling her blood pressure will decrease her risk of preeclampsia. b. Ask the provider about changing to an ARB during pregnancy. c. Continue taking the ACE inhibitor during her pregnancy. d. Discuss using methyldopa instead while she is pregnant.
D
A patient taking an FGA medication develops severe parkinsonism and is treated with aman-tadine [Symmetrel]. The amantadine is withdrawn 2 months later, and the parkinsonism returns. The nurse will expect the provider to: a. give anticholinergic medications. b. make a diagnosis of idiopathic parkinson-ism. c. resume the amantadine indefinitely. d. try a second-generation antipsychotic (SGA).
D
A patient who has a history of asthma experiences three or four migraine headaches each month. The patient uses sumatriptan [Imitrex] as an abortive medication and has developed medication overuse headaches. The patient asks the nurse what can be done to prevent migraines. The nurse will suggest that the patient discuss which preventive medication with the provider? a. Botulinum toxin b. Meperidine [Demerol] c. Timolol d. Topiramate [Topamax]
D
A patient who has been taking a medication with a side effect of drowsiness stops taking the medication after several weeks. The patient reports feeling anxious and jittery. The nurse understands that this response is due to: a. addiction. b. psychologic dependence. c. tolerance. d. withdrawal syndrome.
D
A patient who has had abdominal surgery has been receiving morphine sulfate via a patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) pump. The nurse assesses the patient and notes that the patient's pupils are dilated and that the patient is drowsy and lethargic. The patient's heart rate is 84 beats per minute, the respiratory rate is 10 breaths per minute, and the blood pressure is 90/50 mm Hg. What will the nurse do? a. Discuss possible opiate dependence with the patient's provider. b. Encourage the patient to turn over and cough and take deep breaths. c. Note the effectiveness of the analgesia in the patient's chart. d. Prepare to administer naloxone and possibly ventilatory support.
D
A patient who is at risk for osteoporosis will begin taking the selective estrogen receptor modulator raloxifene [Evista]. Which statement will the nurse include when teaching this patient about the medication? a. Raloxifene reduces the risk of thromboembolism. b. The drug is associated with an increased risk of breast cancer. c. Use of this drug increases the risk of endometrial carcinoma. d. Vasomotor symptoms are a common side effect of this drug.
D
A patient who wants to quit smoking has a prescription for varenicline [Chantix], which will be used with a nicotine patch. The patient asks the nurse why the varenicline is necessary. Which statement by the nurse is correct? a. "It helps patients experiencing withdrawal to sleep better." b. "It helps reduce anxiety and other withdrawal symptoms." c. "It will help reduce the likelihood of addiction to the patch." d. "The drug blocks nicotine's access to 'pleasure' receptors."
D
A patient who wants to quit smoking has begun taking varenicline [Chantix]. The patient reports experiencing mood swings and depression and a desire to cause harm to herself. What will the nurse tell this patient? a. "These symptoms are common and will disappear over time." b. "These symptoms may indicate an underlying psychiatric disorder." c. "You may need an increased dose to overcome these symptoms of nicotine withdrawal." d. "You should notify your provider of these symptoms immediately."
D
A patient will begin taking a cholinesterase inhibitor for early Alzheimer's disease. The nurse is teaching the patient's spouse about the medication. Which statement by the spouse indicates a need for further teaching? a. "Gastrointestinal symptoms are common with this medication." b. "People taking this drug should not take antihistamines." c. "This drug helps neurons that aren't al-ready damaged to function better." d. "This drug significantly slows the progres-sion of the disease."
D
A patient will receive intravenous midazolam [Versed] combined with fentanyl while undergoing an endoscopic procedure. The nurse is explaining the reasons for this to a nursing student before the procedure. Which statement by the student indicates understanding of the teaching? a. "The patient may appear anxious and restless during the procedure." b. "The patient will be unconscious during the procedure." c. "The patient will not need cardiorespiratory support during the procedure." d. "The patient will not remember the procedure."
D
A patient with Cushing's syndrome has undergone surgery and radiation treatment. The nurse will expect to teach the patient about which medication? a. Cosyntropin b. Dexamethasone c. Fludrocortisone acetate [Florinef] d. Ketoconazole [Nizoral]
D
A patient with chronic pain has been receiving morphine sulfate but now has decreased pain. The prescriber changes the medication to pentazocine [Talwin]. The nurse will monitor the patient for: a. euphoria. b. hypotension. c. respiratory depression. d. yawning and sweating.
D
A patient with hypertension is taking furosemide [Lasix] for congestive heart failure. The prescriber orders digoxin to help increase cardiac output. What other medication will the nurse expect to be ordered for this patient? a. Bumetanide [Bumex] b. Chlorothiazide [Diuril] c. Hydrochlorothiazide [HydroDIURIL] d. Spironolactone [Aldactone]
D
A patient with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) asks the nurse what she can do to improve her chances of getting pregnant. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching? a. "Clomiphene will help induce ovulation but will not treat the other symptoms of polycystic ovarian disease." b. "If I lose weight, my infertility and irregular periods could resolve without medications." c. "Metformin improves insulin sensitivity and reduces male hormone levels." d. "Spironolactone, which reduces androgens and facial hair, is helpful if I'm trying to conceive."
D
A university student who is agitated and restless and has tremors is brought to the emergency department. The patient's heart rate is 110 beats per minute, the respiratory rate is 18 breaths per minute, and the blood pressure is 160/95 mm Hg. The patient reports using concentrated energy drinks to stay awake during finals week. What complication will the nurse monitor for in this patient? a. CNS depression b. Cardiac arrest c. Respiratory failure d. Seizures
D
A young adult patient is admitted to the hospital for evaluation of severe weight loss. The nurse admitting this patient notes that the patient has missing teeth and severe tooth decay. The patient's blood pressure is 160/98 mm Hg. The patient has difficulty answering questions and has trouble remembering simple details. The nurse suspects abuse of which substance? a. Cocaine b. Ecstasy c. Marijuana d. Methamphetamine
D
All of the following are used to treat cold symptoms. EXCEPT: a. Antihistamine b. Expectorants c. Nasal Decongestants d. Methylxantines
D
An adult patient will begin taking atomoxetine [Strattera] for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. What will the nurse teach this patient? a. Appetite suppression does not occur, because this drug is not a stimulant. b. Stopping the drug abruptly will cause an abstinence syndrome. c. Suicidal thoughts may occur and should be reported to the provider. d. Therapeutic effects may not be felt for 1 to 3 weeks after beginning therapy.
D
Dr. Taylor's wife was admitted to the hospital to receive a transfusion when her hemoglobin was _____ g/dL. and she was admitted to the hospital for cancer chemotherapy when her hemoglobin was ___g/dl. A. 7.4; 7.0 B. 9.2; 9.5 C. 8.5; 8.1 D. 6.0; 5.6
D
There are multiple factors that affect the response of a patient to a medication. A nurse should recognize that all of the following have the potential to effect how a patient responds to a medication EXCEPT: A. Metabolic differences between individuals b. Gender c. Concurrent use of non-prescription medications d. Sexual activity
D
Which areas of the body show the effects of neuromuscular blockers last? a. Levator muscle of the eyelids and the muscles of mastication b. Muscles in the lower extremities c. Muscles controlling the glottis d. Muscles of respiration and the diaphragm
D
Dr. Taylors middle daughter was born closest to which holiday in which month?
Valentines Day in February
