Pharm test 3

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A patient burns in 30 minutes. If the patient uses SPF 15, how long will their sunscreen last?

7.5

A male client with psoriasis visits the dermatology clinic. When inspecting the affected areas, the nurse expects to see which type of secondary lesion? A. Scale B. Crust C. Ulcer D. Scar

A

Which would the nurse recognize as the rationale for using more than one chemotherapy drug simultaneously for patients with breast cancer? A.Drug resistance occurs less frequently B.Normal cell repopulation is not necessary C.The interventions between dosages are shorter D.The effects occurs during the mitotic phase of the cell cycle

A

A 22-year-old female patient is prescribed isotretinoin for severe acne vulgaris. What statement will the nurse include in patient teaching? A. Vitamin A supplements can be used with this medication. B. Pregnancy must be avoided while taking this medication. C. Oral contraceptives must not be used with this medication. D. The most common adverse effect of this medication is depression.

B

A patient is receiving ocular injections of pegaptanib [Macugen] to treat neovascular age-related macular degeneration (ARMD). The Nurse should teach the patient to immediately report symptoms that indicate an eye infection. The symptoms of eye infection include what? A. Diplopia, nystagmus, and papilledema B. Redness, light sensitivity, and pain C. Cloudy vision with copious purulent drainage D. Fever, chills, and blurred vision

B

When caring for a male client with severe impetigo, the nurse should include which intervention in the plan of care? A. Placing mitts on the client's hands. B. Administering systemic antibiotics as prescribed. C. Applying topical antibiotics as prescribed. D. Continuing to administer antibiotics for 21 days as prescribed.

B

Which statement indicates the need for further teaching, for a patient receiving glucocorticoids? A.I will apply a thin layer B.Applying a wrap around my ointment will help the medication work better C.I will apply the ointment as prescribed D.This medication will help with the inflammation and itching I am having

B

A newly pregnant client reports that she is taking isotretinoin. Which statement applies to care of this client? a.Isotretnoin is used to suppress hunger in individuals trying to lose weight b.Isotretnoin is often used to treat migraines associated with hormonal changes and should be safe for continued use as needed c.Isotretnoin is teratogenic and is associated with major fetal malformations, so the client should stop the medications immediately d.Isotretnoin is an atypical antipsychotic, and the woman needs to make an immediate appointment with her mental health care provider to discuss alternative medications

C

A patient has been prescribed latanoprost [Xalatan], an analog of prostaglandin F2 alpha for treatment of glaucoma. The nurse should include which statement when teaching the patient about this drug? A. Take this drug with food. B. This drug works by decreasing the amount of fluid your eye produces. C. This drug may increase the length, thickness, and pigmentation of the eyelashes. D. If you develop a heightened brown pigmentation of the color part of your eye stop taking the drug.

C

A patient is admitted to the hospital for treatment of symptomatic bradycardia and atrioventricular (AV) heart block. Which topical medication for the eye should the nurse withhold and discuss with the healthcare provider before administration? A. Dorzolamide B. Apraclonidine C. Timolol D.Latanoprost

C

A female adult client with atopic dermatitis is prescribed a potent topical corticosteroid, to be covered with an occlusive dressing. To address a potential client problem associated with this treatment, the nurse formulates the nursing diagnosis of Risk for injury. To complete the nursing diagnosis statement, the nurse should add which "related-to" phrase? A. Related to potential interactions between the topical corticosteroid and other prescribed drugs B. Related to vasodilatory effects of the topical corticosteroid C. Related to percutaneous absorption of the topical corticosteroid D. Related to topical corticosteroid application to the face, neck, and intertriginous sites

C. If absorbed percutaneously..can lead to systemic effects

The nurse provides care for a postmenopausal client who is diagnosed with ductal carcinoma in situ, for non-invasive breast cancer. The client is taking anastrozole. Which finding should to nurse report to the HCP? A.I have not had a menstrual flow in 6 months B.I sometimes have trouble sleeping at night C.I have gained two pounds since I started taking this D.I have noticed an increase in vaginal discharge and some spotting E.I am having severe nausea with food and oral liquids

D, E

A patient is receiving cisplatin. Which finding, if noted in the patient, would prompt the nurse to notify the provider immediately? A.Difficulty sleeping B.Heartburn and dyspepsia C.Breast fullness and tenderness D.Numbness in the fingers and toes

D. peripheral neuropathy

A male client visits the physician's office for treatment of a skin disorder. As a primary treatment, the nurse expects the physician to prescribe: A. An I.V. corticosteroid B. An I.V. antibiotic C. An oral antibiotic D. A topical agent

D

Which statement should the nurse include when teaching a patient about sunscreens? A.The relationship between SPF and protection against sunburn is linear. B.PABA-containing products are safe for people allergic to thiazides. C.Sunscreens can claim to be waterproof or sweatproof. D.The intensity of UVB radiation is greatest between the hours of 10:00 am and 4:00 pm.

D

Why type of cancer will the nurse expect to find documented in the chart receiving tamoxifen? A.Lung Cancer B.Renal Cancer C.Colon Cancer D.Breast Cancer

D

Which medication is usually first line for treatment of acne? a.Doxycycline b.Clindamycin c.Retinoids d.Isotretinoin Benzol Peroxide

E

Which sunscreen scatters UV radiation? Organic or Inorganic

Inorganic; physical screen

Explain the difference between UVA and UVB...

UVA penetrates deeper-can lead to skin CA, immunosuppression, etc

A patient has used a topical glucocorticoid preparation daily for several years. It is most important for the nurse to assess the patient for which adverse effect of long-term topical glucocorticoid therapy? A. Shedding of dry scales B. Open and closed comedones C. Atrophy of dermal and epidermal layers D. Cancerous lesions

c


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