HESI LPN
HESI Pharmacology Exam Test Bank Questions
Question 1 of 9
The healthcare provider is discharging a patient with a new prescription for ranitidine (Zantac). Which information would be important to include in the discharge teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 9
A client has sublingual nitroglycerine tablets prescribed to treat angina. The nurse realizes the client requires further education if the client makes which statements? (Select one that doesn't apply.)
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D. Nitroglycerine sublingual tablets need to be replaced every 3 to 5 months, not every year, making statement A incorrect. While nitroglycerine can cause a headache, it is important to continue taking the prescribed nitroglycerine if the client has angina, making statement B accurate. Nitroglycerine tablets do not cause addiction, so statement C is correct. Dizziness and weakness are associated with the hypotensive effect of nitroglycerine; therefore, if the client feels dizzy when taking them, they should sit down or lie down until they feel better. Taking nitroglycerine tablets before an activity known to cause angina can help prevent angina attacks.
Question 3 of 9
A client with a history of atrial fibrillation is prescribed diltiazem. The nurse should monitor for which potential side effect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 9
A client with a history of atrial fibrillation is prescribed digoxin. The nurse should monitor for which potential side effect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 9
A 43-year-old female client who has had a thyroidectomy due to Grave's disease is prescribed a thyroid replacement hormone. Which signs and symptoms are associated with thyroid hormone toxicity and should be reported promptly to the health care provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The signs and symptoms of thyroid hormone toxicity, especially when the dosage is excessive, include tachycardia (rapid heart rate) and chest pain. These symptoms are indicative of hyperthyroidism, where the body receives an excessive amount of thyroid hormone. It is crucial to report these symptoms promptly to the healthcare provider to adjust the medication dosage and prevent potential complications.
Question 6 of 9
The practical nurse administered 15 units of NPH insulin subcutaneously to a client before they consumed their breakfast at 7:30 AM. At what time is the client at an increased risk for a hypoglycemic reaction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 7 of 9
A client who is recovering from an appendectomy is receiving narcotics. Earlier, the nurse witnessed the client's family pushing the pain pump. What should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Instructing the family not to push the button is necessary to prevent the client from receiving an excessive amount of narcotics, ensuring the safe and appropriate use of the pain pump. Educating the family on the proper use of the pump helps maintain the client's pain management within prescribed limits and prevents accidental overdosing.
Question 8 of 9
A client with a history of hypertension is prescribed amlodipine. The nurse should monitor the client for which potential adverse effect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 9 of 9
The nurse is caring for a patient with short-term persistent diarrhea. Which class of medication would the nurse anticipate giving?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Probiotics are the correct choice in this scenario as they help restore normal gut flora, which can be effective in treating diarrhea by promoting a healthy balance of bacteria in the intestines. Lubricants are used to ease bowel movements, adsorbents work by binding to toxins in the gut, and anticholinergics are more commonly used for conditions like overactive bladder.