Comprehensive Exam
133- Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril) is prescribed to a client with multiple sclerosis for the treatment of
muscle spasms. For which
... [Show More] common side effect of this medication does the nurse monitor the client?
A. Diarrhea
B. Drowsiness Correct
C. Abdominal pain
D. Increased salivation
134 - A nurse administers nitroglycerin sublingually to a client with angina pectoris who complains of
chest pain. The medication is ineffective, so the nurse prepares to administer a second dose. Before
administering the nitroglycerin, which action does the nurse make a priority?
A. Checking the client's blood pressure Correct
B. Obtaining blood levels of cardiac enzymes
C. Asking the client whether he has a headache
D. Obtaining a 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG)
135- Ciprofloxacin hydrochloride (Cipro) is prescribed to a client with a urinary tract infection. The
nurse, providing instruction about the medication, tells the client that it is best to take the medication:
A. With milk
B. With an antacid
C. 2 hours after meals Correct
D. With aluminum hydroxide
136.-
A nurse provides home care instructions to a client with coronary artery disease (CAD) who is being
discharged from the hospital. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further instruction?
A. "I need to carry my nitroglycerin with me at all times."
B. "I need to check my pulse before, during, and after exercise."
C. "I need to avoid foods with saturated fats and foods high in cholesterol."
D. "I need to participate in aerobic and weightlifting exercise three times a week." Correct
137- A nurse provides information to a client who will be undergoing endoscopic retrograde
cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). The nurse tells the client that:
A. There is no need to fast (NPO status) before the procedure
B. The gallbladder is easily removed during this procedure if gallstones are found
C. The procedure is performed specifically to visualize the esophagus, stomach, and
duodenum
D. Dye may be injected during the procedure to permit visualization of the pancreatic and
biliary ducts Correct
138.ID: 383713175
A client who has undergone knee-replacement surgery will be self-administering enoxaparin sodium
(Lovenox) at home. The nurse teaches the client about the medication and tells the client to:
A. Store the medication in the refrigerator
B. Lie down to administer the subcutaneous injection Correct
C. Inject the medication in the upper outer aspect of the arm
D. Discard the medication if the solution appears pale yellow
139.ID: 383703667
An intravenous dose of adenosine (Adenocard) is prescribed for a client to treat Wolff-Parkinson-
White syndrome. Which piece of equipment does the nurse make a priority of obtaining before
administering the medication?
A. Pulse oximeter
B. Cardiac monitor Correct
C. Blood-pressure cuff
D. Suction catheter and suction machine
140.ID: 383703619
A nurse provides information to a client with coronary artery disease (CAD) about smoking-cessation
measures. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further information?
A. "A community support group will help me quit."
B. "I should drink a cup of coffee if I feel the urge to smoke." Correct
C. "Relaxation exercises will help control my urge to smoke."
D. "I can try chewing gum or sucking on hard candy if I feel the urge to smoke."
141.ID: 383708584
Captopril (Capoten) is prescribed for a hospitalized client with heart failure. Which action is a priority
once the nurse has administered the first dose?
A. Checking the client's apical heart rate
B. Maintaining the client on bed rest for 3 hours Correct
C. Monitoring [Show Less]