The nurse is preparing to begin a medication regimen for a patient who will receive intravenous ampicillin and gentamicin. Which is an important nursing action?

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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is preparing to begin a medication regimen for a patient who will receive intravenous ampicillin and gentamicin. Which is an important nursing action?

A. Administer each antibiotic to infuse over 15 to 20 minutes. B. Order serum peak and trough levels of ampicillin. C. Prepare the schedule so that the drugs are given at the same time. D. Set up separate tubing sets for each drug labeled with the drug name and date.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 2 of 5

Which agent does NOT cause constriction of renal arterioles?

A. Angiotensin II B. Dopamine C. Endothelins D. Vasopressin

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse assesses a client with renal insufficiency and a low red blood cell count. The client asks, 'Is my anemia related to the renal insufficiency?' How should the nurse respond?

A. Red blood cells produce erythropoietin, which increases blood flow to the kidneys.' B. Your anemia and renal insufficiency are related to inadequate vitamin D and a loss of bone density.' C. Erythropoietin is usually released from the kidneys and stimulates red blood cell production in the bone marrow.' D. Kidney insufficiency inhibits active transportation of red blood cells throughout the blood.'

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 4 of 5

After teaching a client with a history of renal calculi, the nurse assesses the client's understanding. Which statement made by the client indicates a correct understanding of the teaching?

A. I should drink at least 3 liters of fluid every day.' B. I will eliminate all dairy or sources of calcium from my diet.' C. Aspirin and aspirin-containing products can lead to stones.' D. The doctor can give me antibiotics at the first sign of a stone.'

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 5 of 5

A client is diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD). What is an ideal goal of treatment set by the nurse in the care plan to reduce the risk of pulmonary edema?

A. Maintaining oxygen saturation of 89% B. Minimal crackles and wheezes in lung sounds C. Maintaining a balanced intake and output D. Limited shortness of breath upon exertion

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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