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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is teaching a client who has a prescription for a long-term use of oral prednisone for chronic asthma. The nurse should instruct the client to monitor for which of the following adverse effects?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Weight gain is a common adverse effect of long-term prednisone use.

Question 2 of 5

A client receiving chemotherapy with Methotrexate asks why Leucovorin is being given. Which of the following responses should the nurse use?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Leucovorin, a folic acid derivative and an antagonist to Methotrexate, is given within 12 hours of high doses of Methotrexate to protect healthy cells from the toxic effects of Methotrexate. It helps to reduce the bone marrow suppression and gastrointestinal side effects caused by Methotrexate, supporting the client's overall well-being during chemotherapy treatment.

Question 3 of 5

A client with Depression has a new prescription for Venlafaxine. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor this client? (Select all that apply)

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Dizziness and decreased libido are common adverse effects of Venlafaxine. Cough and alopecia are not typical side effects of this medication.

Question 4 of 5

A client has a new prescription for Amlodipine. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include during discharge teaching?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Grapefruit juice can inhibit the metabolism of amlodipine, a calcium channel blocker, leading to increased drug levels in the blood. This can result in potentiated side effects and potential toxicity. Therefore, it is important for the client to avoid grapefruit juice while taking amlodipine.

Question 5 of 5

A client has a new prescription for Omeprazole. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in teaching the client?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct statement for the nurse to include when teaching a client prescribed Omeprazole is to take the medication before meals. Omeprazole, a proton pump inhibitor, is most effective when taken before meals as it works by reducing the amount of acid produced in the stomach.

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