TEST BANK INTRODU CTORY CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY 12TH EDITION By Susan M Ford (41-54)

1. A client with thyrotoxicosis is prescribed levothyroxine. The nurse would prioritize which finding on assessment? A) Tachycardia B) Agranulocytosis C) Loss of hair D) Skin rash Answer: A Rationale: The nurse should monitor for tachycardia, palpitations, headache, nervousness, insomnia, di...

1. An 80-year-old male client with chronic renal insufficiency is prescribed anabolic steroid therapy for the management of anemia associated with renal insufficiency. The nurse will carefully monitor the client for which potential disorder? A) Hypoglycemic attacks B) Serious cardiac disease C...

1. The nurse caring for a client who is receiving treatment for cancer. The client has been informed that they will be receiving a drug to support passive immunity. When the client asks the nurse to explain passive immunity, how will the nurse respond? A. “It involves administration of antibod...

1. A nurse has administered topical benzocaine to a client in preparation for a minor treatment. The nurse will prioritize which findings if noted on the ongoing assessment? A) Stinging, tenderness, and sloughing B) Erythema, flaking, and dryness C) Transient burning sensation D) Oiliness or d...

1. A client is diagnosed with springtime allergic conjunctivitis. The nurse predicts the client will be prescribed which otic solution? A) Brimonidine B) Gatifloxacin C) Betaxolol D) Nedocromil Answer: D Rationale: Mast cell stabilizers, such as nedocromil, are ophthalmic drugs useful in a c...

1. A client who is prescribed digoxin is receiving electrolyte replacement therapy. The nurse would monitor the client for signs of digoxin toxicity if which electrolyte is administered? A) Sodium B) Potassium C) Magnesium D) Phosphorous Answer: B Rationale: The nurse should monitor a client...

1. A client is prescribed oxytocin for intranasal use. The nurse will explain to the client this will achieve which result? A) Antistimulating properties on the uterus B) Diuretic effect C) Stimulation of the milk ejection reflex D) Control of antepartum bleeding Answer: C Rationale: Oxytocin...

1. A nurse is preparing to administer goserelin to a client with prostate cancer. Which assessment findings should the nurse prioritize on the ongoing assessment? A) Breast atrophy, sexual dysfunction B) Pharyngitis, asthenia C) Breast tenderness, edema D) Hyperglycemia, leukocytosis Answer: ...

1. The nursing instructor is teaching a session explaining the various drugs usedto treat urinary tract infections. The instructor determines the session is successful when the students correctly choose which organ as most often affected by infections? A) Bladder B) Kidney C) Urethra D) Urete...

1. A nurse is prepared to administer a varicella vaccine to a female client planning to start a family. How long after the vaccination should the nurse instruct the client to wait before getting pregnant? A) 2 weeks B) 4 weeks C) 8 weeks D) 12 weeks Answer: D Rationale: The nurse should inst...

1. A nurse is preparing to administer ferrous to a client. Which adverse reaction should the nurse point out to the client to report if noted? A) Headache B) Allergic reaction C) Soreness D) Backache Answer: B Rationale: The nurse needs to closely monitor the client for an allergic reaction ...

1. The nurse works with a number of clients who require immunosuppressive treatment of autoimmune diseases. What classes of drugs would the nurse expect health care providers to order? Select all that apply. A. Corticosteroids B. Calcineurin inhibitors C. Sodium channel antagonists D. Biologic...

1. A nurse is presenting information at a health fair concerning cancer. When questioned about the use of green tea, the nurse would point out which potential effect of green tea? A) Dental caries B) Damage to heart C) Insomnia D) Damage to liver Answer: C Rationale: The nurse should inform ...