HESI RN
RN HESI Pharmacology Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse administers risedronate to a client with osteoporosis at 0700. The client asks for a glass of milk to drink with the medication. Which action should the nurse take? Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Risedronate must be taken with water on an empty stomach to ensure absorption and prevent esophageal irritation. Milk interferes with absorption.
Question 2 of 5
A female client starts a new prescription, oxybutynin, for symptoms of an overactive bladder. The client tells the nurse that she is training to run in a half-marathon. Which instruction should the nurse emphasize? Which instruction should the nurse emphasize?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oxybutynin reduces sweating, increasing the risk of dehydration and overheating during exercise. Emphasizing hydration and heat precautions is critical for safety.
Question 3 of 5
The home health nurse observes that a female client is using a topical preparation that contains echinacea to treat a canker sore. Her husband expresses concern regarding the effectiveness and safety of using herbs. How should the nurse respond? How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Echinacea has immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties, useful in treating infections like canker sores, supporting its topical use.
Question 4 of 5
A client with chemotherapy-induced nausea receives a prescription for metoclopramide. Which adverse effect is most important for the nurse to report? Which adverse effect is most important for the nurse to report?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Involuntary movements, such as tardive dyskinesia, are a serious, potentially irreversible side effect of metoclopramide. This requires immediate reporting to the provider for possible discontinuation and evaluation.
Question 5 of 5
A client who is taking furosemide reports experiencing leg cramps, a cough, feeling tired, and palpitations. Which action should the nurse take first? Which action should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Furosemide can cause electrolyte imbalances leading to arrhythmias. Palpitations and tiredness suggest cardiac issues, making cardiac monitoring the priority.