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The nurse will monitor a patient for signs and symptoms of hyperkalemia if the patient is taking which
of these diuretics?
a. Hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL)
b. Furosemide (Lasix)
c. Acetazolamide (Diamox)
d. Spironolactone (Aldactone) - ANSWER D
Furosemide (Lasix) is prescribed for a patient who is about to be discharged, and the nurse provides
instructions to the patient about the medication. Which statement by the nurse is correct?
a. "Take this medication in the evening."
b. "Avoid foods high in potassium, such as bananas, oranges, fresh vegetables, and dates."
c. "If you experience weight gain, such as 5 pounds or more per week, be sure to tell your physician on
your next routine visit."
d. "Be sure to change positions slowly and rise slowly after sitting or lying so as to prevent dizziness
and possible fainting." - ANSWER D
The nurse is working with a graduate nurse to prepare an intravenous dose of potassium for a patient
on a regular medical-surgical unit. Which statement by the graduate nurse reflects the need for further
teaching?
a. "We will need to monitor this infusion closely."
b. "The infusion rate needs to infuse at 10 mEq/hr."
c. "The intravenous potassium will be diluted before we give it."
d. "I will get it started and then I will go take my break." - ANSWER D
A patient is in an urgent care center and is receiving treatment for mild hyponatremia after spending
hours doing gardening work in the heat of the day. The nurse expects that which drug will be used to
treat this condition/
a. Oral supplementation of fluids.
b. Intravenous bolus of lactated Ringer's solution.
c. Normal saline infusion, administered slowly.
d. Oral administration of sodium chloride tablets. - ANSWER D
When monitoring a patient for signs of hypokalemia, the nurse looks for what early sign?
,a. Seizures
b. Cardiac dysrhythmias
c. Diarrhea
d. Muscle weakness - ANSWER D
During an infusion of albumin, the nurse monitors the patient closely for the development of which
adverse effect?
a. Hypernatremia.
b. Dehydration.
c. Fluid volume overload.
d. Transfusion reaction. - ANSWER C
The nurse is preparing to give a potassium supplement. Which laboratory test should be checked
before the patient receives a dose of potassium?
a. Complete blood count.
b. Serum potassium level.
c. Serum sodium level.
d. Liver function studies. - ANSWER B
During diuretic therapy, the nurse monitors the fluid and electrolyte status of the patient. Which
assessment findings are symptoms of hyponatremia? Select all that apply.
a. Red, flushed skin
b. Lethargy
c. Decreased urination
d. Hypotension
e. Stomach cramps
f. Elevated temperature - ANSWER BDE
A client is admitted with a serum sodium level of 127 mEq/L. What is the nurse's priority nursing
interventions? Select all that apply.
a. Place on a cardiac monitor.
b. Put side rail pads on bed.
c. Prepare suction at the bedside.
d. Obtain an order for lorazepam.
, e. Obtain intravenous (IV) access. - ANSWER ABCDE?
Just before the second course of chemotherapy, the lab calls to report that a client's neutrophil count
is 450/mm3. The nurse anticipates which intervention to occur?
a. Chemotherapy will resume as scheduled.
b. Chemotherapy will resume with a lowered dosage.
c. Chemotherapy will be withheld until the neutrophil count returns toward normal.
d. Chemotherapy will resume after a transfusion of neutrophils and recheck of lab work. -
ANSWER C
A client has a low platelet count as a result of chemotherapy for colon cancer. The nurse plans to
include which statement in the teaching plan?
a. "Take a single aspirin daily."
b. "The preferred route for medication is by IM injection."
c. "Shave carefully with a disposable two-edged razor."
d. "Perform oral care gently." - ANSWER D
During the decision-making period for a client with a new diagnosis of cancer, the nurse knows that
surgery and radiation therapy are preferred for which types of cancer?
a. Leukemias
b. Solid cancers
c. Lymphomas
d. Widespread metastases - ANSWER B
During chemotherapy, the HCP writes an order for the client to begin receiving epoetin
(erythropoietin) injections. The nurse knows this drug is used to:
a. Stimulate production of neutrophils.
b. Stimulate production of red blood cells.
c. Reduce the dose-limiting side effects of nausea and vomiting.
d. Protect the kidneys from damage. - ANSWER B
How are antiemetics administered during chemotherapy to achieve the best outcomes? Select all that
apply.
a. Give the first dose 30 to 60 minutes before the chemotherapy.
b. Wait until the client complains of nausea.
c. Give an oral dose followed by an IV dose.
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