Pharmacology final

after teaching a group of students about laxatives. The instructor determines that the teaching was successful when the students correctly choose which drug as producing the laxative effect by promoting water retention and softening the stool?

Docusate

Th HCP has prescribed ezetimibe for a client diagnosed with hyperlipidemia. The nurse is prepared to prioritize which assessment to evaluate the drug's effectiveness

frequently monitoring blood cholesterol

A nurse is conducting and community presentation on heart disease, cholesterol, and risk factors. The nurse determines that the class is successful when the class correctly chooses which pint as true?

physical activity raises HDL cholesterol levels

The nursing instructor has completed a teaching session explaining the various antihypertensive drugs. The instructor determines additional training is needed when the students choose which drug as an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor?

pindolol

The health care provider has prescribed fenofibrate for a client discovered to have very high serum triglyceride levels. The nurse should question this order if the client has a history of which additional disorder?

primary biliary cirrhosis

a client is prescribed an antidiarrheal drug. The nurse should question administering this drug if which disorder is noted in the medical record? select all that apply.

pseudomembranous colitis obstructive jaundice Abdominal pain of unknown origin

A client presents to the urgent care clinic reporting sever dizziness. On assessment, the nurse learns the client was recently prescribed losartan and quit taking it thinking it was responsible for the dizziness. Which assessment should the nurse prioritize?

rebound hypertension

the nurse is preparing to teach a group of middle-aged clients to reduce hypertension. which instructions should the nurse point out during the session? select all that apply.

reduce stress stop smoking lose weight

The nursing instructor is explaining the various drug therapies used to treat UTI's. The instructor determines the session is successful when the students correctly pint out which body system is most adversely affected by these drugs

urologic

a 30-year-old female client is prescribed misoprostol. Which instruction should the nurse prioritize in the teaching session for this client?

use a reliable contraceptive method

The nurse is caring for a client who is prescribed mesalamines and warfarin. Which potential assessment finding should the nurse prioritize?

bleeding

A nurse is analyzing the medical records of several clients who have come to the clinic for a visit. The nurse determines that a client with which blood pressure readings would be identified as prehypertensive?

128/86 mm Hg

The nurse is teaching a client with hypertension about losartan which the health care provider has prescribed. The nurse can explain that losartan exerts which action?

Blocks angiotensin II receptor

A client is prescribed finasteride to treat symptoms of BPH. when teaching the client about this drug, the nurse should point out the potential for which adverse reactions? select all that apply.

Decreased libido erectile dysfunction

Administration of estrogen is different in women who have intact uterus or hysterectomy. Which statement is correct?

Estrogen is administered alone after a hysterectomy

a nurse is conducting a in service presentation for a group of nurses about UTI's and hospitalized clients. When discussing preventative measures, the nurse would prioritize which action as the primary nursing intervention for prevention of UTI'S?

Hand hygiene

A nurse is caring for a client who is prescribed omeprazole and a benzodiazepine. Which assessment finding should the nurse prioritize?

Risk for toxic levels of benzodiazepines

a nurse is preparing a presentation for a community group to include information on the proper use of syrup ipecac. The nurse should point out that the use of ipecac is specially contraindicated in which situation? select all that apply.

The substance is caustic or corrosive agent The client is comatose or has altered mental state The client is having seizure

a client who is prescribed phenazopyridine is distressed seeing reddish-orange colored urine. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?

This discoloration is a normal result of the medication

a nurse analyzing the chemistry profile of a client diagnosed with hyperlipidemia. Which measurements will the nurse prioritize on the lipid profile? select all that apply.

Total cholesterol LDL Triglycerides

a client is questioning the new prescription for statins. The nurse should point out that statin will reduce the risk of which disorder for the client? select all that apply.

Transient ischemic attack stroke

A client prescribed niacin reports significant skin flushing and itching stating "I almost stopped taking the drug." The nurse anticipates the HCP will prescribe which drug to address this issue?

aspirin

A nurse is caring for a hospitalized client with a urinary tract infection (UTI). The nurse is preparing to administer nitrofurantoin, which statement best differentiates bacteriostatic and bactericidal medication?

bacteriostatic slows or retards the multiplication of bacteria

The nursing instructor is teaching a session explaining the various drugs used to treat urinary tract infections. The instructor determines the session is successful when the students correctly choose which organ as most often affected by infections?

bladder

After teaching a group of students on the mechanism of action of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor (ACEI) drugs, the instructor determines the session is successful after the student correctly choose which action as the result of aldosterone?

causes sodium and water retention

a client is admitted to the emergency department with a severe headache, nausea, shortness of breath, and blood pressure of 200/120 mm Hg. Which response should the nurse prioritize?

continuously monitor the client status

What additional warnings or risks should the nurse include in the teaching plan of a client receiving estrogen.

endometrial cancer

a nurse caring for a female client who states she has a 28-day cycle. Which two hormones are influential in the female fertility cycle?

estrogen and progesterone

A client alerts the nurse that they have been in menopause for a couple of months. The nurse teaches the client how menopause occurs. which statement reflects the teaching has been effective?

estrogen and progesterone diminish

The nurse is preparing to administer ranitidine to a client who is currently receiving warfarin. which assessment finding should the nurse prioritize for this client?

increased bleeding

a nursing instructor is teaching a class on statin drugs. The instructor determines the class is successful after student choose which actions? select all that apply

inhibit cholesterol production promote cholesterol breakdown decrease cholesterol absorption in GI tract

The nurse notes a client has a new prescription for a laxative. the nurse would question this order if which was noted in the client's record? select all that apply?

intestinal obstruction acute appendicitis fecal impaction

a nurse is preparing to administer colesevelam to a client with hyperlipidemia. The nurse determines cautious administration is warranted after noting which condition in the client history?

liver disease

The nurse is preparing a presentation for a local health fair to explain various aspects of hypertension. Which factors should the nurse include when pointing out various risk factors that can increase the potential of developing hypertension? select all that apply.

obesity chronic alcohol use lack of potassium in diet

The nursing instructor is teaching a group of students the various medications used to treat hypertension. After the session, the instructor determines the session is successful when students correctly connect which action(s) with calcium channel blockers? select all that apply.

relaxation of blood vessels decreased blood pressure reduced workload on the heart increased oxygen supply to the heart

A nurse in a healthcare facility is caring for a client who is receiving an antiemetic to control vomiting related to chemotherapy. Which nursing diagnosis should the nurse prioritize for this client's plan?

risk for imbalanced fluid volume

a client is prescribed a bowel evacuant in preparation for a colonoscopy. The client reports going to the bathroom about every 30-45 minutes" and their stools are "like water". The client also reports being thirsty, and mouth feels dry. Which nursing diagnosis would the nurse most likely prioritize?

risk for imbalanced fluid volume

The nurse is assessing a client with renal disease and discovers the clients blood pressure has increased since the last visit. The Nurse suspects the client has developed which concern?

secondary hypertension

A client, aged 60 years, is receiving nitroprusside for hypertensive emergency. The nurse would be alert the development of which reaction?

significant hyotension

The nurse is preparing to administer niacin toa client with hyperlipidemia. which adverse reaction should the nurse prioritize on ongoing assessment?

tingling