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NSG6005 Advanced Pharmacology (Mid Term) Quiz| with Complete Answers| Updated 2025 1. A patient with chronic pain is prescribed an opioid analgesic. What is the most important nursing consideration when starting this medication? Assess the patient for a history of substance use disorder. ...

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NSG6005 Advanced Pharmacology (Mid
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1. A patient with chronic pain is prescribed an opioid analgesic. What is the most important

nursing consideration when starting this medication?

Assess the patient for a history of substance use disorder.



2. A nurse is monitoring a patient receiving chemotherapy with doxorubicin. What is a

significant potential side effect the nurse should monitor for?

Cardiotoxicity



3. When administering morphine for pain management, which vital sign should the nurse closely

monitor?

Respiratory rate



4. A patient receiving a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) complains of abdominal

pain. What should the nurse assess for as a potential complication?

Signs of gastrointestinal bleeding



5. A nurse is educating a patient about using acetaminophen for pain relief. What key point

should the nurse emphasize regarding dosage?

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, Do not exceed the maximum daily dose of 4,000 mg to avoid liver toxicity.



6. A patient undergoing chemotherapy with cyclophosphamide is at risk for which potential

complication?

Hemorrhagic cystitis



7. A nurse is caring for a patient receiving an opioid and notes that the patient has developed

constipation. What is the best nursing intervention?

Administer a stool softener or laxative as prescribed.



8. A patient with heart failure is prescribed furosemide. What is an important nursing action

before administration?

Assess the patient's weight and vital signs, especially blood pressure.



9. A patient receiving gabapentin for neuropathic pain reports dizziness and drowsiness. What

should the nurse advise?

Caution the patient to avoid activities requiring alertness, such as driving.



10. A nurse is caring for a patient receiving trastuzumab for breast cancer. Which adverse effect

should the nurse monitor closely?

Signs of heart failure, such as dyspnea and edema.




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