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HESI Pharmacology Exam Practice Test with NGN Item Type A healthcare provider prescribes cephalexin monohydrate (Keflex) for a client with a postoperative infection. It is most important for the nurse to assess for what additional drug allergy before administering this prescription? A) Penicillins. B) Aminoglycosides. C) Erythromycins. D) Sulfonamides. Correct ans - A) Penicillins. Cross-allergies exist between penicillins (A) and cephalosporins, such as cephalexin monohy...

Test Bank Focus on Nursing Pharmacology 8th Edition KarchCONTENTS Chapter 01 - Introduction to Drugs .................................................................................................... 2 Chapter 02 - Drugs and the Body .................................................................................................... 19 Chapter 03 - Toxic Effects of Drugs ................................................................................................. 35 Chapter 04 - The Nursi...

Pharmacology for Nurses 6th Edition A Pathophysiological Approach by Michael P. Adams; Norman Holland; Carol Quam Urban 8334, 0 , 8438, 5 1 Introduction to Pharmacology 1.1 History of Pharmacology 1.2 Pharmacology: The Study of Medicines 1.3 Pharmacology and Therapeutics 1.4 Classification of Therapeutic Agents as Drugs, Biologics, Biosimilars, and Complementary and Alternative Medicine Therapies 1.5 Therapeutic and Pharmacologic Classification of Drugs 1.6 Chemical, Generi...

LMR Georgette's PMHNP Certification Exam Review (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Questions and Verified Answers| Grade A| 100% Correct Q: What herbal supplement is used for anxiety, stress, and insomnia? What is the major side effect with Kava Kava? Answer: Kava Kava liver damage Q: What are 5 symptoms of Stephen's Johnson Syndrome? Answer: Fever -Key sx to suspect SJS; high yield (HY) burning of mouth/eyes -HY Body aches Severe red rash Peeling skin Facial and tongue swelling...

Which of the following individuals is least likely at risk for the development of Kaposi's sarcoma? 1. A kidney transplant client 2. A male with a history of same-sex partners 3. A client receiving antineoplastic medications 4. An individual working in an environment where exposure to asbestos exists Answer: 2 Rationale: Kaposi's sarcoma is a vascular malignancy that presents as a skin disorder and is a common acquired immunodeficiency syndrome indicator. It isn't seen frequently in m...

Can an LPN administer D2W per a central line? - No - not in specified list of solutions allowed to give Can an LPN change needless connector on a central line? - No Can an LPN change tubing on a central line if solution is TPN? - No - TPN not in scope of practice, may change tubing if solution in scope of practice Can an LPN initiate chemotherapy treatment to a 65 year old patient? - No - LPN cannot initiate chemotherapy or antineoplastic agents Can an LPN initiate IVPB of antibiotic on a ...

1. 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 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 your urine appear cloudy or have a foul odor on voidi...

Exam 4: NUR 3196 (Latest Update) Pathophysiology/ Pharmacology in Nursing 1 Drugs | Complete Review with Questions and Verified Answers- Grade A -100% Correct Q: Prednisone Therapeutic class Answer: anti-inflammatory drug Q: Prednisone Pharmacologic class Answer: corticosteroid Q: Prednisone Actions and Uses Answer: -A synthetic corticosteroid -Actions are the result of being metabolized to an active form, which is also available as drug called prednisolone...

Pharmacology for Nurses 6th Edition 8334 8438 6, 8346 1 Introduction to Pharmacology 1.1 History of Pharmacology 1.2 Pharmacology: The Study of Medicines 1.3 Pharmacology and Therapeutics 1.4 Classification of Therapeutic Agents as Drugs, Biologics, Biosimilars, and Complementary and Alternative Medicine Therapies 1.5 Therapeutic and Pharmacologic Classification of Drugs 1.6 Chemical, Generic, and Trade Names for Drugs 1.7 Prescription and Over-the-Counter Drugs ...

1) A nurse is caring for a client with hyperparathyroidism and notes that the client's serum calcium level is 13 mg/dL. Which medication should the nurse prepare to administer as prescribed to the client? 1. Calcium chloride 2. Calcium gluconate 3. Calcitonin (Miacalcin) 4. Large doses of vitamin D - ANSWER 3. Calcitonin (Miacalcin) Rationale: The normal serum calcium level is 8.6 to 10.0 mg/dL. This client is experiencing hypercalcemia. Calcium gluconate and calcium chloride are medi...