Exam 1: NR293/ NR 293 (Latest 2023/ 2024) Pharmacology for Nursing Practice Exam| Graded A| Questions and Verified Answers -Chamberlain
QUESTION
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... [Show More] nurse is providing teaching to a client with tuberculosis who has prescriptions for rifampin and ethambutol. Which of the following findings is an adverse effect of these medications that the client should report to the provider?
A. red-orange discoloration of urine
B. unexpected weight gain
C. ringing in the ears
D. decreased visual acuity
Answer:
D. decreased visual acuity
QUESTION
A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving IV gentamicin 3 times daily. Which of the following findings indicates that the client is experiencing an adverse effect of this medication?
A. hypoglycemia
B. proteinuria
C. nasal congestion
D. visual disturbances
Answer:
B. proteinuria
this is a manifestation of nephrotoxicity. The nurse should monitor for oliguria and hematuria.
QUESTION
A nurse is preparing to administer lactated Ringer's 1,000 mL IV infused over 8 hr. The drop factor of the manual tubing is 10 gtt/mL. The nurse should set the manual IV infusion to deliver how many gtt/min?
Answer:
21
QUESTION
A nurse is preparing to administer codeine 30 mg PO every 4 hr PRN to a client for pain. The amount avialble is codein oral solution 15 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse plan to administer per dose?
Answer:
10
QUESTION
A nurse is preparing to administer dextrose 5% in 0.45% sodium chloride 400 mL IV to an older client over 8 hr. The nurse should set the IV pump to deliver how many mL/hr?
Answer:
50
QUESTION
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who might have hearing loss. Which of the following data from the client's medical record should the nurse identify as a risk factor for hearing loss?
A. frequent use of steroids
B. chronic use of salicylates
C. intermittent use of antacids
D. habitual use of laxatives
Answer:
B. chronic use of salicylates
QUESTION
A nurse in a provider's office is assessing a client who reports taking a dietary supplement to reduce hot flashes related to menopause. Which of the following supplements should the nurse expect the client to report taking?
A. flaxseed
B. ginkgo biloba
C. black cohosh
D. St. John's wort
Answer:
C. black cohosh
QUESTION
A nurse is teaching the guardian of an infant about the diptheria, tetanus, and pertusis (DTaP) vaccine. Which of the following pieces of information should the nurse include in the teaching?
A. Routine immunization for DTap consists of 3 injections
B. the first immunization for DTaP in the series is given at 2 mos.
C. DTaP immunization has been replaced with DTP
D. this immunization is administered subcutaneously.
Answer:
B. the first immunization for DTaP in the series is given at 2 mos.
QUESTION
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has a bacterial infection about adverse effects of imipenem to report to the provider. Which of the following pieces of information should the nurse include?
A. seizures can occur with this medication.
B. you should observe for manifestations of bleeding.
C. check your hands and feet for sensory dysfunction
D. this medication can increase the risk of ototoxicity.
Answer:
A. seizures can occur with this medication.
QUESTION
A nurse is teaching a client about a new prescription for extended-release oxycodone for pain management. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
A. swallow this medication whole
B. take this medication before meals and at bedtime [Show Less]