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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client receiving theophylline for asthma. In reviewing client labs, the nurse understands that the dose is therapeutic when the drug level is at what concentration?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The therapeutic range for theophylline is 10-20 mcg/mL. Other ranges are incorrect for this medication.

Question 2 of 5

The client has an order for gentamycin to be administered. Which lab results should be reported to the doctor before beginning the medication?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Creatinine levels indicate renal function, critical to monitor before administering gentamycin, which is nephrotoxic.

Question 3 of 5

A client in cardiac arrest shows to be in torsades de pointes, and magnesium sulfate is ordered STAT. The priority nursing intervention is

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Magnesium sulfate for torsades de pointes can cause bradycardia and respiratory depression, requiring close monitoring.

Question 4 of 5

The doctor has prescribed Exelon (rivastigmine) for the client with Alzheimer's disease. Which side effect is most often associated with this drug?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Nausea is the most common side effect of rivastigmine, a cholinesterase inhibitor used for Alzheimer's disease.

Question 5 of 5

A gravida III para II is admitted to the labor unit. Vaginal exam reveals that the client's cervix is 8 cm dilated, with complete effacement. The priority nursing diagnosis at this time is:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: At 8 cm dilation with complete effacement, the client is in advanced labor, and the risk of precipitate delivery is high, posing a potential for injury.

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