Pharm PT 25

Progestin has which therapeutic effect as part of menopausal hormone therapy? A. reduce urogenital atrophy B. relieve vasomotor symptoms C. prevent adverse cardiac events D. suppress endometrial proliferation

D. suppress endometrial proliferation

The nurse is caring for a client who started warfarin therapy two weeks ago. Which client statement(s) should alert the nurse that they are experiencing a side effect of warfarin? Select all that apply. A. "Bruises just seem to appear on my arms out of nowhere." B. "My blood pressure is always elevated just when I'm at my doctor's office." C. "Sometimes when I get home from work, I have a headache." D. "I recently noticed my toothbrush bristles are pink after I brush." E. "I had to see my doctor because I saw blood in my urine."

A. "Bruises just seem to appear on my arms out of nowhere." D. "I recently noticed my toothbrush bristles are pink after I brush." E. "I had to see my doctor because I saw blood in my urine."

The nurse has provided education to a client prescribed insulin for the treatment of type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM). Which statement made by the client indicates further teaching is required? A. "I do not need to monitor my blood glucose if I feel well." B. "I will store my opened vial of insulin at room temperature." C. "I will rotate my injection site with each new injection." D. "If I experience dizziness, I will immediately check my blood sugar."

A. "I do not need to monitor my blood glucose if I feel well."

The nurse is preparing to administer a continuous heparin infusion to a client diagnosed with a venous thromboembolism (VTE). Which action(s) should the nurse take prior to starting the infusion? Select all that apply. A. Ask the client to sign an informed consent form B. Monitor the activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) C. Confirm that the client does not have a pork allergy D. Obtain a baseline weight for the client E. Administer aspirin 81 mg by mouth

A. Ask the client to sign an informed consent form B. Monitor the activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) C. Confirm that the client does not have a pork allergy D. Obtain a baseline weight for the client

The nurse is creating an education plan for a client prescribed repaglinide. Which information regarding the medication schedule should the nurse include in the teaching? A. Avoid taking the medication if a meal is skipped. B. Take the medication 30 minutes before the first meal of the day. C. Take the medication 2 hours before each meal. D. Take the medication 60 minutes after a meal.

A. Avoid taking the medication if a meal is skipped.

The nurse is assessing a client who has received enoxaparin for the past two days for deep vein thrombosis (DVT) prophylaxis. Which finding suggests the client is experiencing a common side effect of this medication? A. Bruising in the left lower quadrant B. Bilateral pedal pulses 3+ C. Heart rate 100/min D. Blood pressure 122/82 mmHg

A. Bruising in the left lower quadrant

Four hours ago the nurse administered NPH insulin to a client diagnosed with type 1 DM. Which symptom indicating a side effect of the medication should the nurse monitor the client for now? A. Diaphoresis B. Diarrhea C. Decreased urinary output D. Myalgia

A. Diaphoresis

The nurse is preparing to provide education to a client about their newly prescribed medication, metformin. Which side effect should the nurse include in the teaching? A. Diarrhea B. Weight gain C. Hyperglycemia D. Gastroesophageal reflux

A. Diarrhea

When preparing to admin insulin to a patient, which insulin preparation can be mixed in the same syringe with regular insulin? A. NPH B. Lispro C. Detemir D. Glargine

A. NPH

The nurse is creating a teaching tool for a nursing student about the type(s) of diabetes mellitus (DM) which insulin can be used. Which type(s) of DM should the nurse include? Select all that apply. A. Type 1 diabetes mellitus B. Pre-diabetes C. Diabetes insipidus (DI) D. Gestational diabetes E. Type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM)

A. Type 1 diabetes mellitus C. Gestational diabetes E. Type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM)

The nurse is educating the client about the conditions providing the client education about the conditions for which biguanides are prescribed. Which condition should the nurse include in the teaching? A. Type II diabetes mellitus B. Diabetes Insipidus C. Type I diabetes mellitus D. Dipsogenic diabetes insipidus

A. Type II diabetes mellitus

A newly graduated nurse is reviewing indications for the administration of heparin with the nurse preceptor. Which condition(s) can be treated using heparins? Select all that apply. A. Venous thromboembolism (VTE) B. Myocardial infarction (MI) C. Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) D. Hemophilia A E. Atrial fibrillation (Afib)

A. Venous thromboembolism (VTE) B. Myocardial infarction (MI) C. Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) E. Atrial fibrillation (Afib)

The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with hypothyroidism who recently developed myxedema coma. While being treated with intravenous levothyroxine, which clinical manifestation(s) indicate(s) to the nurse that treatment has been ineffective? Select all that apply. A. Vocal hoarseness B. Client states, "I didn't need to take a nap today." C. Pitting bilateral ankle edema D. Body temperature of 35.6°C (96°F) E. Client reports one episode of loose stool

A. Vocal hoarseness C. Pitting bilateral ankle edema D. Body temperature of 35.6°C (96°F) Myxedema coma occurs when the body can no longer tolerate the changes caused by severe hypothyroidism, so the symptoms of hypothyroidism worsen, which can lead to loss of consciousness and death.

A patient is prescribe progestin, which conditions would progestin be prescribed for? Select All A. amenorrhea B. breast cancer C. endometriosis D. endometrial hyperplasia E. dysfunctional uterine bleeding

A. amenorrhea C. endometriosis D. endometrial hyperplasia E. dysfunctional uterine bleeding

Which statement describes the goal of pharmacologic therapy in the treatment of Parkinson's disease? A. balance cholinergic and dopaminergic activities in the brain B. increase amount of acetylcholine at the presynaptic neurons C. reduce the amount of dopamine available in the substantia nigra D. block dopamine receptors in presynaptic and postsynaptic neurons

A. balance cholinergic and dopaminergic activities in the brain

The nurse is providing care for a patient with suspected type 2 DM. Which lab result would reflect this diagnosis? A. hemoglobin Z1c (HbA1c) 8% B. fasting glucose 110 mg/dL C. postprandial blood glucose 150 mg/dL D. oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) 175 mg/dL

A. hemoglobin Z1c (HbA1c) 8% HbA1c should be less than 6.5%

Which instruction will the nurse provide a patient with type 1 DM who has been prescribed insulin lispro? A. inject this insulin with meals because it is very fast acting B. this insulin needs to be mixed with regular insulin C. to achieve tight glycemic control, this is the only type of insulin you will need D. the duration of action is about 8-10 hours

A. inject this insulin with meals because it is very fast acting

Which insulin is considered rapid-acting? Select all A. lispro B. aspart C. glulisine D. glargine E. regular insulin

A. lispro B. aspart C. glulisine

Which side effect is associated with estrogen therapy? A. nausea B. dry skin C. weight loss D. higher-pitched voice

A. nausea

Which factors are associated with the pathophysiology of Alzheimer disease? Select all A. neurofibrillary tangle and tau B. beta-amyloid and neuritic plaques C. autoimmune changes in the myelin sheath D. dilation and inflammation of cranial blood vessels E. neuronal degeneration and decreased acetylcholine F. firing of hyperexcitable neurons throughout the brain

A. neurofibrillary tangle and tau B. beta-amyloid and neuritic plaques E. neuronal degeneration and decreased acetylcholine

A patient who is taking vitamin B6 supplements is diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Which drug can be safely admined to the patient? A. ropinirole B. alprazolam C. pilocarpine D. levodopa/carbidopa

A. ropinirole patient should be prescribed an antiparkinsonian drug to help relieve the early and late symptoms of PD. Ropinirole does NOT interact with vitamin B5 supplements

Viral hepatitis is the most common liver disorder. Which strain of hepatitis virus can cause chronic hepatitis. Select all A B C D E G

B, C, D

The nurse is providing education to a client recently diagnosed with hypothyroidism who is prescribed levothyroxine. Which client statement indicates that teaching has been successful? A. "I will take this tablet with a cup of milk to ensure I don't become nauseous." B. "I am going to take this medication as soon as I wake up in the morning." C. "When I start to feel better, I will begin to taper down my dose." D. "I will make sure to take my levothyroxine when I take my pantoprazole."

B. "I am going to take this medication as soon as I wake up in the morning."

The student nurse is preparing to administer levothyroxine to a client on the medical surgical unit. The nursing instructor asks the student nurse, "Why is the client prescribed this medication?" Which is the best response by the student nurse? A. "My client needs this medication to decrease iodine use by the body." B. "My client needs this medication because they have a decrease in their thyroid hormones." C. "Levothyroxine is prescribed to help lower blood pressure and heart rate." D. "I am administering this medicine to treat my client's diabetes insipidus (DI)."

B. "My client needs this medication because they have a decrease in their thyroid hormones."

The nurse is providing education to a client recently prescribed warfarin for the treatment of atrial fibrillation. Which instruction(s) should the nurse provide to the client? Select all that apply. A. "You should avoid being in the sunlight for prolonged periods of time." B. "You will have blood work drawn frequently while taking warfarin." C. "Use a soft bristle toothbrush and floss gently." D. "Avoid large amounts of green leafy vegetables in your diet." E. "If you have a cut, hold pressure on the site for 15 minutes." F. "If you miss a dose of warfarin, call your doctor immediately."

B. "You will have blood work drawn frequently while taking warfarin." C. "Use a soft bristle toothbrush and floss gently." D. "Avoid large amounts of green leafy vegetables in your diet." E. "If you have a cut, hold pressure on the site for 15 minutes." F. "If you miss a dose of warfarin, call your doctor immediately."

The nurse administered a dose of regular insulin to a patient at 0700 before breakfast. At which time would the nurse expect the insulin to take effect? A. 0715 B. 0730 C. 0800 D. 1300

B. 0730 The onset of regular insulin is 30-60 min after admin

The nurse is reviewing the list of clients on the unit who have type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM). Which client requires close monitoring for hypoglycemia after the administration of insulin? A. A febrile client receiving antibiotics for the treatment of pneumonia B. A client receiving intravenous fluid replacement for vomiting C. A client scheduled for an appendectomy D. A client scheduled for an electrocardiogram (ECG)

B. A client receiving intravenous fluid replacement for vomiting

A client on long-term warfarin therapy for atrial fibrillation has been admitted to the surgical unit after an emergency surgery for appendicitis. During the post-operative assessment, the nurse notes excessive bleeding from the laparoscopic incisions and severe bruising to the abdomen. Which action should the nurse take? A. Encourage the client to eat green leafy vegetables B. Administer ordered phytonadione C. Administer ibuprofen for pain management D. Lay the client's head of the bed flat

B. Administer ordered phytonadione

The nurse is reviewing anticoagulants with a student nurse. Which medications should the nurse identify as commonly used heparins? A. Warfarin and vitamin K B. Enoxaparin and tinzaparin C. Bivalirudin and desirudin D. Apixaban and rivaroxaban

B. Enoxaparin and tinzaparin

A client asks the nurse how nateglinide works to lower their blood glucose. Which information should the nurse include in the teaching? A. Nateglinide increases cellular and muscle insulin sensitivity. B. Nateglinide stimulates the pancreatic beta cells to secrete more insulin. C. Nateglinide delays the absorption of ingested carbohydrates. D. Nateglinide decreases glucose production in the liver.

B. Nateglinide stimulates the pancreatic beta cells to secrete more insulin.

The discharge nurse is reviewing the routine medication list for a client newly prescribed fondaparinux to treat deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Which medication should the nurse report to the healthcare provider as a contraindication? A. Metoprolol B. Omeprazole C. Sumatriptan D. Famotidine

B. Omeprazole

The nurse is reviewing a client's medication list. The client states, "I know that one of these drugs is for my diabetes." Which of the client's prescribed medications is commonly used to treat type II diabetes mellitus? A. Methimazole B. Pioglitazone C. Ondansetron D. Chlorothiazide

B. Pioglitazone

A female client is prescribed warfarin for treatment of venous thromboembolism (VTE). The nurse conducts a health history prior to administration and recognizes which condition(s) as a contraindication to this medication? Select all that apply. A. The client has hemiplegia B. The client is pregnant C. Peptic ulcer disease (PUD) D. A history of hemophilia E. Atrial fibrillation

B. The client is pregnant C. Peptic ulcer disease (PUD) D. A history of hemophilia

The nurse is caring for a client recovering from surgery for a mechanical heart valve replacement. Which medication involved in the prevention of unwanted clotting should the nurse administer? Elimination tool A. Gabapentin B. Warfarin C. Celecoxib D. Penicillin

B. Warfarin

Which instruction would the nurse give a patient with a DVT who is on anticoagulant therapy? A. Avoid drinking chamomile tea B. avoid eating large amounts of garlic C. avoid eating large amounts of ginger D. avoid peppermint leaves and essential oils in cooking

B. avoid eating large amounts of garlic Garlic has anticoagulant effects

Which insulin would the nurse admin to supplement basal insulin to imitate the pancreatic surge of insulin that accompanies eating? A. glargine B. glulisine C. detemir D. NPH

B. glulisine glulisine is rapid-acting

Which finding will cause the nurse to notify the healthcare provider after reviewing the char of a patient with Parkinson's disease? A. levodopa B. pyridoxine C. pulse of 82 D. drinks orange juice

B. pyridoxine vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) interferes with the use of levodopa (a drug used for Parkinson's disease)

Which describes the MOA of an anticoagulant? A. decreases platelet production B. reduces the formation of fibrin C. suppresses platelet aggregation D. removes thrombi that have formed

B. reduces the formation of fibrin

A patient is prescribed finasteride. Which result indicates a therapeutic effect? A. retention of urine B. reduction of a growing prostate C. correction of ED D. enhancement of penile blood flow

B. reduction of a growing prostate

An OR nurse prepares a patient with type 2 DM for surgery. Which type of insulin will the nurse admin? A. glargine B. regular insulin C. detemir D. isophane insulin suspension

B. regular insulin regular insulin is the only form that can be admin IV

Which indirect-acting cholinergic drug is used to treat a patient with Parkinson's disease and dementia? A. donepezil B. rivastigmine C. memantine D. galantamine

B. rivastigmine Also used to treat alzheimers

What does the nurse recognize as a parameter/characteristic in a patient who has diabetic ketoacidosis? Select all A. hypoglycemia B. triggered by acute illness C. arterial blood pH of 7.35-7.45 D. altered fat metabolism leading to ketones E. plasma osmolality of 300-320 mOsm/L

B. triggered by acute illness D. altered fat metabolism leading to ketones E. plasma osmolality of 300-320 mOsm/L

a patient with Alzheimer's is prescribed memantine 10mg 2x a day. The PCP reduces the dose to 5 mg 2x a day. Which assessment finding warrants dosage reduction in the patient? A. HR of 60 B. urine output of 150 mL over 8 hours C. increased hand tremors and drooling D. BP of 120-80

B. urine output of 150 mL over 8 hours

The nurse is discussing the risk of bleeding with a client prescribed enoxaparin for prevention of deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Which instruction should the nurse give to this client? A. "Dark, tarry stools are expected when taking heparin." B. "If you get cut, loosely cover the wound with a bandage." C. "Alert your dentist before you have any procedures done." D. "Use a straight razor when shaving."

C. "Alert your dentist before you have any procedures done."

The nurse is discussing heparin administration with a client newly diagnosed with atrial fibrillation. The client asks the nurse, "Why am I getting this medication?" Which is the best response by the nurse? A. "This medicine will promote white blood cell production." B. "The medication inhibits vitamin K in the body." C. "Heparins work in the body to prevent clot formation." D. "Heparin controls the heart rate and decreases blood pressure."

C. "Heparins work in the body to prevent clot formation."

The nurse is obtaining the medical history of a client with type II diabetes who has recently been prescribed rosiglitazone. Which client statement indicates a potential contraindication to the medication? A. "I used to be a heavy smoker and developed emphysema from that." B. "I do take one pill that helps me not be sad all of the time." C. "I got a scan done and the doctor told me that I have weak bones." D. "I've got to be careful not to get injured because I can't clot very well."

C. "I got a scan done and the doctor told me that I have weak bones."

The nurse is conducting an assessment on a client who is scheduled to receive heparin after a minor surgery. Which statement should alert the nurse that this client has a contraindication for this medication? A. "I had problems with blood clots after my last surgery." B. "The doctor tells me that my heart beats irregularly." C. "I have a history of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia." D. "Almost everyone in my family has had a heart attack."

C. "I have a history of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia."

A student nurse tells the nurse they do not understand how the insulin will help lower their client's blood sugar. Which is the best response by the nurse? A. "Insulin blocks glucose from entering the blood." B. "Insulin increases the excretion of glucose excreted from the body." C. "Insulin stimulates glucose uptake from the blood into the cells." D. "Insulin destroys the molecules of glucose."

C. "Insulin stimulates glucose uptake from the blood into the cells."

The nurse is teaching a group of nursing students about oral antidiabetic medications. Which information should the nurse include about glimepiride? A. It is a second-generation, long-acting sulfonylurea. B. It is a first-generation, short-acting sulfonylurea. C. Glimepiride is a second-generation sulfonylurea. D. It is a commonly prescribed meglitinide.

C. Glimepiride is a second-generation sulfonylurea.

The nurse is monitoring a client with type 2 diabetes after administering tolbutamide. Which possible side effect should the nurse look out for in this client? A. Thrombocytopenia B. Leukopenia C. Hypoglycemia D. Anemia

C. Hypoglycemia

Which patient would the nurse expect to be prescribed warfarin on a long-term basis? A. a 45 yo who had a MI B. a 55 yo before a total knee replacement C. a 65 yo with atrial fibrillation D. a 75 yo on bedrest

C. a 65 yo with atrial fibrillation warfarin is used to prevent clot formation due to atrial fibrillation

which neurotransmitter level is decreased by as much as 90% in patients with severe Alzheimer disease? A. serotonin B. dopamine C. acetylcholine D. norepinephrine

C. acetylcholine

the nurse is providing teaching about combined hormone therapy to a patient experiencing menopausal symptoms. Which statement by the patient indicates an understanding of the teaching? A. i have a decreased risk of breast cancer B. i understand that breakthrough bleeding is normal C. i will be glad to have some relief from the hot flashes D. the benefits of the treatment include decreasing my risk of cardiac disease

C. i will be glad to have some relief from the hot flashes

Which instruction is the priority for a patient that is to receive ribavirin combined with peginterferon alfa-2a for treatment of hep C? A. an antidepressant can be prescribed to alleviate symptoms of depression B. it is very important that you have blood counts checked every 2 weeks C. if you are sexually active, use 2 reliable forms of birth control to prevent pregnancy D. combining these 2 meds will greatly increase response rates

C. if you are sexually active, use 2 reliable forms of birth control to prevent pregnancy ribavirin is lethal to an embryo

Which nursing action is appropriate when a patient with DM has a positive urine pregnancy test? A. withhold antidiabetic meds for the perinatal period B. recommend the patient take a low dose of antidiabetic drugs C. instruct the patient to continue taking all antidiabetic meds D. educate the patients about risks to the fetus associated with antidiabetic meds

C. instruct the patient to continue taking all antidiabetic meds patient with DM must continue taking antidiabetic meds during pregnancy to promote optimal growth and development of the fetus. discontinuing antidiabetic meds during pregnancy can affect fetal growth and development.

Which descriptor is a characteristic of type 1 DM that differentiates it from type 2 DM? A. gradual onset B. carries little risk for ketoacidosis C. onset typically during childhood or adolescence D. treatment must be combined with reduced--calorie diet and exercise

C. onset typically during childhood or adolescence

A patient with newly diagnosed type 1 DM asks the nurse why they must take insulin and cannot take a pill like their friend does. How would the nurse respond? A. insulin is more effective in controlling blood glucose levels B. let me check with your healthcare provider to see if this is possible C. oral hypoglycemics only work when the pancreas still produces insulin D. calorie reduction along with insulin can prevent long-term complications

C. oral hypoglycemics only work when the pancreas still produces insulin Patients with type 1 DM do NOT produce any insulin due to the loss of pancreatic beta cells

A patient is scheduled to begin self-injection of insulin at home. Which finding is most concerning for the nurse? A. patient lives alone B. patient lives far from the clinic C. patient has poor eyesight D. patient states they "hate needles"

C. patient has poor eyesight patient would be unable to measure meds accurately

The nurse if providing care for a patient in diabetic ketoacidosis with a blood glucose level of 723 mg/dL. Which insulin would the nurse expect the healthcare provider to prescribe via a continuous infusion? A. Afrezza B. NPH insulin C. regular insulin D. insulin glargine

C. regular insulin regular insulin is the only form of insulin that can be admin IV

Which explanation by the nurse explains how anticoagulants work? A. the dissolve clots B. they alter platelet function C. they prevent clots from forming D. they interfere with drug metabolism

C. they prevent clots from forming

A client newly diagnosed with type II diabetes says to the nurse, "I do not understand how metformin will lower my blood sugar." Which response should the nurse provide the client? A. "Metformin will stimulate your pancreas to produce more insulin." B. "Metformin will stimulate the release of glucose from the liver." C. "Metformin will decrease your blood glucose by increasing the metabolic rate in the body." D. "Metformin will help your muscles and fat cells use glucose more effectively."

D. "Metformin will help your muscles and fat cells use glucose more effectively."

The nurse is discussing medications used to treat thyroid disorders with a newly graduated nurse. The newly graduated nurse says, "What is the difference between levothyroxine and methimazole? Don't they both help treat thyroid disease?" Which is the best response by the nurse? A. "The two medications are very similar. They both treat thyroid disease. Whether a client is prescribed one or the other is based on physician preference." B. "Levothyroxine causes the body to produce more thyroid cells and methimazole causes the body to eliminate extra thyroid cells through apoptosis." C. "Methimazole and levothyroxine are used in conjunction with each other to produce a synergistic effect on the thyroid gland to increase levels of T4 and T3." D. "Whereas levothyroxine replaces the reduced thyroid hormones, methimazole inhibits the synthesis of thyroid hormones by decreasing iodine use."

D. "Whereas levothyroxine replaces the reduced thyroid hormones, methimazole inhibits the synthesis of thyroid hormones by decreasing iodine use."

The nurse is creating a teaching plan for a client prescribed pioglitazone. Which information should the nurse include? A. Increase the intake of vitamin B12 in the diet B. Take the medication with a meal C. Report findings of pale yellow urine D. Engage in weight-bearing exercises

D. Engage in weight-bearing exercises

A client with type II diabetes and whom is taking metformin is scheduled for a computed tomography (CT) exam with contrast dye. Which action should the nurse plan to take? A. Instruct the client to take their medication as prescribed. B. Administer the metformin if the hemoglobin A1C is above 5.0%. C. Hold the metformin for 24 hours after the procedure. D. Hold the metformin for 48 hours before the procedure.

D. Hold the metformin for 48 hours before the procedure.

The nurse is reviewing the medical history of a client prescribed glyburide. Which condition is a contraindication to the use of this medication? A. Glaucoma B. Rheumatoid Arthritis C. Hypertension D. Hyperthyroidism

D. Hyperthyroidism

The nurse in the intermediate care unit is reviewing the laboratory results for a client diagnosed with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) who is prescribed intravenous (IV) insulin. Which laboratory result should the nurse evaluate prior to administration? A. Thyroid panel B. Pancreatic enzymes C. White blood cell count (WBC) D. Potassium level

D. Potassium level

A client was administered heparin during a surgical procedure. In the post-anesthesia care unit, the client develops a severe nosebleed and excessive blood leaking out from under their bandage. Which antidote should the nurse anticipate the healthcare provider to prescribe this client? A. Magnesium sulfate B. Vitamin K C. Kayexalate D. Protamine sulfate

D. Protamine sulfate

The nurse is reviewing the medical history of a client who is prescribed chlorpropamide. Which client condition is the medication most likely treating? A. Hypertension B. Pulmonary edema C. Congestive heart failure (CHF) D. Type 2 diabetes

D. Type 2 diabetes

Which statement is most helpful in explaining the use of amantadine for Parkinson's disease? A. amantadine works rapidly and does not lose its effectiveness over time B. amantadine works slowly over time but can lose its effectiveness in 3-7 months C. amantadine was developed as an antiviral agent but is now used for treatment of Parkinson's disease D. amantadine is not as effective as some other medications used to treat Parkinson's disease, so it is not a first-line treatment; however it may be used in addition to other medications

D. amantadine is not as effective as some other medications used to treat Parkinson's disease, so it is not a first-line treatment; however it may be used in addition to other medications

How does insulin act on lipids? A. decreases glycogenolysis B. increases glucose uptake C. increases amino acid uptake D. decreases oxidation of free fatty acids

D. decreases oxidation of free fatty acids

Which patient would the nurse most likely admin doxazosin? A. hypotensive patient with ED B. hypotensive patirnet with behign prostatic hyperplasia C. hypertensive patient with ED D. hypertensive patient with benign prostatic hyperplasia

D. hypertensive patient with benign prostatic hyperplasia because of their impact on BP, non-selective alpha 1 blockers (doxazosin and terazosin) are esp useful for patients with HTN in addition to BPH

Which medication is a synthetic T4 preparation for treating hypothyroidism? A. thyroid B. liothyronine C. methimazole D. levothyroxine

D. levothyroxine

A patient with type 1 DM received insulin aspart 10 units at 0700. What would the nurse do after administering the insulin? A. perform a finger-stick blood sugar test B. flush the IV line C. have the patient void and dipstick the urine D. make sure the patient eats breakfast immediately

D. make sure the patient eats breakfast immediately Insulin aspart is a rapid-acting insulin (15-30 min) so it is imperative the patient eats immediately

A patient is taking orlistat and levothryoxine. Which statement by the patient indicates further education is needed? A. i take one orlistate capsule 3 times a day B. it is safe to be on both meds as long as i follow the directions C. i should take the orlistate and levothyroxine at least 4 hours apart for safety. D. orlistat will cause hyperthyroidism and i may be able to discontinue levothryoxine

D. orlistat will cause hyperthyroidism and i may be able to discontinue levothryoxine orlistat may cause worsening HYPOthyroidism in patients taking levothyroxine

Which side effects would a nurse monitor for a male taking testosterone? Select All A. atrial fibrillation B. postural hypotension C. prolonged QT interval D. pedal edema E. decrease in HDL

D. pedal edema E. decrease in HDL

a patient with anemia asks why an androgen has been prescribed. Which statement describes androgen use in the treatment of anemia? A. replaces iron B. prevents blood loss C. increases bone formation D. promotes synthesis of erythropoietin

D. promotes synthesis of erythropoietin