Test Bank Solution Manual for Cardiovascular Pharmacology Already Passed
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Test Bank Solution Manual for Cardiovascular Pharmacology Already Passed
The nurse reinforces discharge instructions to a postoperative client who is taking warfarin sodium (Coumadin). Which statement made by the client reflects the need for further teaching? - Answers "I will take Ecotrin (enter...
Test Bank Solution Manual for Cardiovascular Pharmacology Already Passed
The nurse reinforces discharge instructions to a postoperative client who is taking warfarin sodium
(Coumadin). Which statement made by the client reflects the need for further teaching? - Answers "I will
take Ecotrin (enteric-coated aspirin) for my headaches because it is coated."
A client is receiving digoxin (Lanoxin) daily. The nurse suspects digoxin toxicity after collecting data
noting which signs and symptoms? Select all that apply. - Answers Visual disturbances
Nausea and vomiting
Serum digoxin level of 2.3 ng/mL
Heparin sodium is prescribed for the client. Which laboratory result indicates that the heparin is
prescribed at a therapeutic level? - Answers Activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) of 55 seconds
The nurse is monitoring a client who is taking propranolol (Inderal LA). Which data collection finding
would indicate a potential serious complication associated with propranolol? - Answers The
development of audible expiratory wheezes
Isosorbide mononitrate (Imdur) is prescribed for a client with angina pectoris. The client tells the nurse
that the medication is causing a chronic headache. Which action should the nurse suggest to the client?
- Answers Take the medication with food.
A client is diagnosed with an acute myocardial infarction and is receiving tissue plasminogen activator,
alteplase (Activase, tPA). Which action is a priority nursing intervention? - Answers Monitor for signs of
bleeding.
A client with coronary artery disease complains of substernal chest pain. After checking the client's heart
rate and blood pressure, the nurse administers nitroglycerin, 0.4 mg, sublingually. After 5 minutes, the
client states, "My chest still hurts." Which appropriate actions should the nurse should take? Select all
that apply. - Answers Contact the registered nurse.
Collect more data on the client's pain level.
Check the client's blood pressure.
Administer a second nitroglycerin, 0.4 mg, sublingually.
The home health care nurse is visiting a client with elevated triglyceride levels and a serum cholesterol
level of 398 mg/dL. The client is taking cholestyramine (Questran). Which statement made by the client
indicates the need for further teaching? - Answers "I'll continue my nicotinic acid from the health food
store."
A client is on nicotinic acid (niacin) for hyperlipidemia, and the nurse reinforces instructions to the client
about the medication. Which statement by the client indicates an understanding of the instructions? -
, Answers "Ibuprofen (Motrin IB) taken 30 minutes before the nicotinic acid should decrease the
flushing."
The nurse is planning to administer hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL) to a client. Which are concerns
related to the administration of this medication? - Answers Hypokalemia, hyperglycemia, sulfa allergy
A client with diabetes mellitus who has been controlled with daily insulin has been placed on atenolol
(Tenormin) for the control of angina pectoris. Because of the effects of atenolol, the nurse determines
that which is the most reliable indicator of hypoglycemia? - Answers Low blood glucose level
A client who is taking hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL, HCTZ) has been started on triamterene
(Dyrenium) as well. The client asks the nurse why both medications are required. Which response is the
most accurate to give to the client? - Answers Triamterene is a potassium-retaining diuretic, whereas
hydrochlorothiazide is a potassium-excreting diuretic.
A client who has begun taking fosinopril (Monopril) is very distressed, telling the nurse that he cannot
taste food normally since beginning the medication 2 weeks ago. Which suggestion would provide the
best support for the client? - Answers Inform the client that impaired taste is expected and generally
disappears in 2 to 3 months.
The nurse is planning to administer amlodipine (Norvasc) to a client. The nurse should plan to check
which before giving the medication? - Answers Blood pressure and heart rate
The nurse is preparing to administer digoxin (Lanoxin), 0.125 mg orally, to a client with heart failure.
Which vital sign is most important for the nurse to check before administering the medication? -
Answers Heart rate
The nurse is caring for a client who has been prescribed furosemide (Lasix) and is monitoring for adverse
effects associated with this medication. Which should the nurse recognize as potential adverse effects?
Select all that apply - Answers Tinnitus
Hypotension
Hypokalemia
The nurse provides medication instructions to an older hypertensive client who is taking 20 mg of
lisinopril (Prinivil) orally daily. The nurse evaluates the need for further teaching when the client makes
which statement? - Answers I can skip a dose once a week."
A client complaining of not feeling well is seen in a clinic. The client is taking several medications for the
control of heart disease and hypertension. These medications include a beta blocker, digoxin (Lanoxin),
and a diuretic. A tentative diagnosis of digoxin toxicity is made. Which assessment data supports this
diagnosis? - Answers Double vision, loss of appetite, and nausea
A client is being treated for acute heart failure with intravenously administered bumetanide. The vital
signs are as follows: blood pressure, 100/60 mm Hg; pulse, 96 beats per minute; and respirations, 24
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