Evolve Pharmacology hesi practice
Already Graded A+A client who has been taking phenazopyridine (Pyridium) for symptoms of urethritis and cystitis comes
to the clinic because her urine is reddish-orange. Which question should the practical nurse ask to
determine if the medication has been effect...
evolve pharmacology hesi practice already graded aa client who has been taking phenazopyridine pyridium for symptoms of urethritis and cystitis comes to the clinic because her urine is reddish oran
Evolve Pharmacology hesi practice Already Graded A+ A client who has been taking phenazopyridine (Pyridium) for symptoms of urethritis and cystitis comes to the clinic because her urine is reddish -orange. Which question should the practica l nurse ask to determine if the medication has been effective? A) How much water have you been drinking each day? B) Does the urine color stain your toilet bowl or undergarments? C) Have you had any relief from urinary pain, burning, or urgency? D) Did you r urine appear cloudy or have a foul odor on voiding? Correct Answer -C) Have you had any relief from urinary pain, burning, or urgency? Feedback: Phenazopyridine, an over -the-counter urinary analgesic, acts on the mucosa of the urinary tract to relieve urinary pain, burning, itching, or urgency (C) associated with urethritis and cystitis. Although determining if the client is forcing fluids (A), exp eriencing staining from Pyridium's side effect (B), or having signs of a urinary infection (D) are worthwhile assessments, the therapeutic response of Pyridium is related to urinary discomforts only. A male client who has been receiving an antineoplastic drug has developed thrombocytopenia. What instructions should the practical nurse (PN) reinforce? A) Use suppository form of drugs. B) Avoid large public gatherings. C) Rise slowly when standing up. D) Shave with an electric razor. Correct Answer -D) Shave with an electric razor. Feedback: Thrombocytopenia is a common side effect of bone marrow depression caused by several antineoplastic agents. The client is experiencing a low platelet count and should use an electric razor (D) to reduce his risk of bleedin g. (A, B, and C) are not indicated for a client who needs to implement thrombocytopenia precautions. The practical nurse (PN) is caring for a client who has been taking prednisone (Deltasone) daily for a year. Which adverse effect should the PN document i n the client's record? A) Photosensitvity. B) Weight gain. C) Loss of hair. D) Pale skin color. Correct Answer -B) Weight gain. Feedback: Long term use of prednisone causes fluid retention and redistribution of fat deposition. Weight gain (B) and moon face reflect adverse effects of long -term prednisone use and should be documented. (A, C, and D) do not occur with treatment using prednisone. A female client with recurring headaches tells the practical nurse (PN) that she has been taking at least 4 grams of acetaminophen a day. Which laboratory studies should the PN review for this client? A) Creatinine clearance. B) Hepatic enzymes. C) Coagulation values. D) Arterial blood gases. Correct Answer -B) Hepatic enzymes. Feedback: Liver toxicity can occur when do ses of acetaminophen exceed 4 grams a day, resulting in an elevation in hepatic enzyme values (B). (A, C, and D) do not reveal findings related to acetaminophen toxicity. A client receives a prescription for an oral opioid analgesic for post -operative pai n. Which adverse effect should the practical nurse (PN) monitor for with the client? A) Constipation. B) Photosensitivity. C) Decreased heart rate. D) Frequent urination. Correct Answer -A) Constipation . Feedback: Opioid analgesics slow peristalsis, which leads to constipation (A), a common side effect of opiates. (B, C, and D) are not associated with opioid analgesics. Which action should the practical nurse implement when administering a buccal medication? A) Enc ourage the client to swallow. B) Administer water with medication. C) Ensure the medication is positioned under the tongue. D) Place the medication between the upper molar teeth and cheek. Correct Answer -D) Place the medication between the upper molar teet h and cheek. Feedback: Buccal medications are placed between the upper molar teeth and the cheek (D) for absorption by the capillaries of the oral mucosa. The client should be cautioned against swallowing, not (A). Buccal medications are not administered with water (B). (C) describes sublingual administration. What assessment is most important for the practical nurse (PN) to obtain prior to initiating medication therapy with phenelzine (Nardil) for a client with depression? A) Activity level. B) Mood and affect. C) Understanding of diet modification. D) The client's support system. Correct Answer -C) Understanding of diet modification. Feedback: To prevent a potentially lethal hypertensive crisis, a tyramine -free diet should be maintained during antidepres sant therapy with Nardil, a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI). It is most important to determine if the client understands diet modification (C) before Nardil is initiated to prevent consumption of foods that interact with Nardil. Although a client's acti vity level (A) and mood and affect (B) should be monitored during antidepressant therapy, it is most important that the client understand diet modifications. The client's support system (D) and network of family and friends is important, but the client sho uld understand the responsibility of dietary compliance with the medication regimen.
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