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Introductory Clinical Pharmacology 12th Edition by Susan M Ford 1. A nurse is preparing to administer sulfasalazine to a client with inflammatory bowel disease. The nurse should question this order if the client's record indicates a hypersensitivity to which drug? a. Enalapril b. Doxycycline c. Azithromycin d. Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim Answer: D Rationale: Sulfasalazine is an aminosalicylate. The use of aminosalicylates is contraindicated in clients with hypersensitivity to s...

1. Enalapril maleate (Vasotec) is prescribed for a hospitalized client. Which assessment does the nurse perform as a priority before administering the medication? A) Checking the client's blood pressure B) checking the client's peripheral pulses C) checking the most recent potassium level D) checking the client's intake and output record for the last 24 hours ANS : A)Checking the client's blood pressure Rationale--enalapril maleate is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor ...

BSN HESI 315 Pharmacology Practice Exam V1 (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Questions and Verified Answers|100% Correct| Grade A- Nightingale Q: A client with heart failure (HF) develops hyperaldosteronism and spironolactone is prescribed. Which instruction should the nurse include in this client's plan of care? A Replace salt with a salt substitute. B Monitor skin for excessive bruising. C Cover your skin before going outside. D Limit intake of high-potassium foods. Answer: Limit in...

HESI PHARM 2024 (PHARMACOLOGY) QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS The nurse is caring for a patient taking cimetidine (Tagamet) orally. Which should the nurse consider about administering this drug? A) Administer the drug with the first bit of food B) Administer the drug immediately after meals C) Administer the drug 30 minutes after meals D) Administer the drug 30 minutes before meals - SOLUTIONS-D) Administer the drug 30 minutes before meals The nurse is discharging a patient with a new patient ...

NCLEX - PN ACTUAL EXAM WITH 150 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS 2024 Select the member of the healthcare team that is paired with one of the main functions of this team member. A. Occupational therapist: Gait exercises B. Physical therapist: The provision of assistive devices to facilitate the activities of daily living C. Speech and language therapist: The treatment of swallowing disorders D. Case manager: Ordering medications and treatments - ANSWERS C The recommended daily caloric i...

NEW GENERATION HESI NCLEX COMPREHENSIVE EXIT EXAM | ATI NURSING EXIT EXAM |REAL EXAMS Enalapril maleate is prescribed for a hospitalized client. Which assessment does the nurse perform as a priority before administering the medication? Checking the client's blood pressure Correct Checking the client's peripheral pulses Checking the most recent potassium level Checking the client's intake-and-output record for the last 24 hours Rationale: Enalapril maleate is an angiotensin-convertin...

MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. The nurse cautions that constant stress can cause which alteration to the gastrointestinal (GI) system? a. Slowed GI mobility resulting in constipation b. Reversed peristalsis resulting in projectile vomiting c. Increased digestive juices resulting in a gastric ulcer d. Decreased digestive juices resulting in ineffective metabolism ANS: C Stress increases the gastric secretions, which irritate and finally ulcerate the gastric mucosal lining. PTS:1 DIF: Cognitive L...

side effect of ondansetron - Answer Dizziness and fatigue Use of Bisacodyl - Answer Stimulant laxative Adverse effect of bisacodyl - Answer Electrolyte imbalances Therapeutic response of esomeprazole - Answer Decrease in gastric acid to heal ulcers How does sucralfate work? - Answer Forming a protective cover over ulcer to help it heal Therapeutic response of Epoetin Alfa - Answer Increase in hemoglobin level Conjugated estrogen not given to who - Answer Hx of breast cancer ...

A primary care nurse practitioner (NP) sees a patient who is concerned about constipation. The NP learns that the patient has three to four bowel movements per week with occasional hard stools but no straining with defecation. The NP should recommend: a. increased intake of fluids and fiber. b. docusate sodium (Colace) as needed. c. psyllium (Metamucil) on a daily basis. d. polyethylene glycol (MiraLAX) as needed. correct answer: ANS: A The objective definition of constipation is two o...

A client is scheduled for a spiral computed tomography (CT) scan with contrast to evaluate for PE. Which information in the client's history requires follow up by the nurse? Takes metformin hydrochloride for type 2 DM. A client diagnosed with MS who self-administers beta 1 a interferon, reports feeling increasingly depressed. Which action should the nurse implement? Notify the healthcare provider of the findings immediately. Before administering the initial dose of sumatriptan succinat...