Pharmacology Saunders

The nurse provides medication instructions to an older hypertensive client who is taking 20 mg of lisinopril (Prinivil) orally daily. The nurse evaluates the need for further teaching when the client makes which statement?

"I can skip a dose once a week."

The nurse reinforces discharge instructions to a postoperative client who is taking warfarin sodium (Coumadin). Which statement made by the client reflects the need for further teaching?

"I will take Ecotrin (enteric-coated aspirin) for my headaches because it is coated."

The home health care nurse is visiting a client with elevated triglyceride levels and a serum cholesterol level of 398 mg/dL. The client is taking cholestyramine (Questran). Which statement made by the client indicates the need for further teaching?

"I'll continue my nicotinic acid from the health food store."

A client is taking ticlopidine hydrochloride. The nurse tells the client to avoid which substance while taking this medication?

Acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin)

Heparin sodium is prescribed for the client. Which laboratory result indicates that the heparin is prescribed at a therapeutic level?

Activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) of 55 seconds

The nurse is planning to administer amlodipine (Norvasc) to a client. The nurse should plan to check which before giving the medication?

Blood pressure and heart rate

A client is diagnosed with pulmonary embolism and is to be treated with thrombolytic therapy. The nurse should report which priority data collection finding to the registered nurse before initiating this therapy?

Blood pressure of 198/110 mm Hg

Atenolol hydrochloride (Tenormin) is prescribed for a hospitalized client. The nurse should perform which as a priority action before administering the medication?

Check the client's blood pressure.

A client with coronary artery disease complains of substernal chest pain. After checking the client's heart rate and blood pressure, the nurse administers nitroglycerin, 0.4 mg, sublingually. After 5 minutes, the client states, "My chest still hurts." Which appropriate actions should the nurse should take? Select all that apply.

Contact the registered nurse. Collect more data on the client's pain level. Check the client's blood pressure. Administer a second nitroglycerin, 0.4 mg, sublingually.

A client complaining of not feeling well is seen in a clinic. The client is taking several medications for the control of heart disease and hypertension. These medications include a beta blocker, digoxin (Lanoxin), and a diuretic. A tentative diagnosis of digoxin toxicity is made. Which assessment data supports this diagnosis?

Double vision, loss of appetite, and nausea

The nurse is preparing to administer digoxin (Lanoxin), 0.125 mg orally, to a client with heart failure. Which vital sign is most important for the nurse to check before administering the medication?

Heart rate

A client who has begun taking fosinopril (Monopril) is very distressed, telling the nurse that he cannot taste food normally since beginning the medication 2 weeks ago. Which suggestion would provide the best support for the client?

Inform the client that impaired taste is expected and generally disappears in 2 to 3 months.

A client with diabetes mellitus who has been controlled with daily insulin has been placed on atenolol (Tenormin) for the control of angina pectoris. Because of the effects of atenolol, the nurse determines that which is the most reliable indicator of hypoglycemia?

Low blood glucose level

A client is diagnosed with an acute myocardial infarction and is receiving tissue plasminogen activator, alteplase (Activase, tPA). Which action is a priority nursing intervention?

Monitor for signs of bleeding.

A client is being treated for acute heart failure with intravenously administered bumetanide. The vital signs are as follows: blood pressure, 100/60 mm Hg; pulse, 96 beats per minute; and respirations, 24 breaths per minute. After the initial dose, which is the priority assessment?

Monitoring blood pressure

The nurse is preparing to administer furosemide (Lasix) to a client with a diagnosis of heart failure. Which is the most important laboratory test result for the nurse to review before administering this medication?

Potassium level

The nurse is monitoring a client who is taking propranolol (Inderal LA). Which data collection finding would indicate a potential serious complication associated with propranolol?

The development of audible expiratory wheezes

The nurse is caring for a client who has been prescribed furosemide (Lasix) and is monitoring for adverse effects associated with this medication. Which should the nurse recognize as potential adverse effects? Select all that apply.

Tinnitus Hypotension. Hypokalemia

A client is receiving digoxin (Lanoxin) daily. The nurse suspects digoxin toxicity after collecting data noting which signs and symptoms? Select all that apply.

Visual disturbances 2. Nausea and vomiting 3. Serum digoxin level of 2.3 ng/mL

A client is on nicotinic acid (niacin) for hyperlipidemia, and the nurse reinforces instructions to the client about the medication. Which statement by the client indicates an understanding of the instructions?

"Ibuprofen (Motrin IB) taken 30 minutes before the nicotinic acid should decrease the flushing."

The nurse is planning to administer hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL) to a client. Which are concerns related to the administration of this medication?

Hypokalemia, hyperglycemia, sulfa allergy

The nurse reinforces dietary instructions to a client who will be taking warfarin sodium (Coumadin). The nurse tells the client to avoid which food item?

Spinach

Isosorbide mononitrate (Imdur) is prescribed for a client with angina pectoris. The client tells the nurse that the medication is causing a chronic headache. Which action should the nurse suggest to the client?

Take the medication with food.

A client who is taking hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL, HCTZ) has been started on triamterene (Dyrenium) as well. The client asks the nurse why both medications are required. Which response is the most accurate to give to the client?

Triamterene is a potassium-retaining diuretic, whereas hydrochlorothiazide is a potassium-excreting diuretic.

A health care provider (HCP) writes a prescription for digoxin (Lanoxin), 0.25 mg daily. The nurse teaches the client about the medication and tells the client that it is important to do which?

Withhold the medication and call the HCP if the pulse is less than 60 beats per minute.