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Pharmacology and the Nursing Process 9th Edition Test Bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which instruction about insulin administration should the nurse give to a client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because maintaining consistency in the order of drawing different types of insulin into the syringe helps prevent medication errors. When mixing insulins, drawing them in the same sequence ensures the correct dose and prevents contamination. Explanation: A: Following the same order ensures accurate dosing and minimizes the risk of mixing up insulins. B: Shaking the vial can cause air bubbles which can affect the accuracy of the dose. C: Storing insulin in the freezer can damage the medication and alter its effectiveness. D: Cloudiness in intermediate-acting insulin is normal and does not indicate it should be discarded.
Question 2 of 5
Minda, a 65-year old female has been admitted with a left hemisphere stroke. Which behavioral change would the nurse expect to find upon assessment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: error in word choices. In left hemisphere stroke, language and speech centers are usually affected, leading to aphasia. This results in errors in word choices, difficulty expressing thoughts, and understanding language. Impulsivity and unsafe activities (choice A) are more commonly associated with frontal lobe damage. Motor deficits on the right eye (choice B) and left side of the body (choice C) are typical in strokes affecting the motor cortex, which is located in the contralateral hemisphere.
Question 3 of 5
Aling Iska, a 78-year old client consults with a hemoglobin and hematocrit levels of 11mg/dl and 32 % respectively. These finding indicates:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rationale: Answer B is correct because a hemoglobin level of 11mg/dl and hematocrit level of 32% in a 78-year-old client are indicative of anemia. Conducting a thorough nutritional assessment is essential to identify potential causes of anemia such as iron deficiency or vitamin deficiencies. This assessment will help determine appropriate interventions to manage the anemia. Summary: A: Incorrect. These levels are indicative of anemia, not normal findings. C: Incorrect. Advising to repeat the test in three months may delay necessary interventions for the anemia. D: Incorrect. While anemia can be related to bone marrow degeneration, a nutritional assessment is needed to identify the specific cause in this case.
Question 4 of 5
Mr. Garcia, a 41-year old chronic alcohol drinker is admitted to the hospital after vomiting bright red blood. He was diagnosed to have a bleeding gastric ulcer and suddenly develops sudden sharp pain in the midepigastric region with a rigid boardlike abdomen. This likely indicates:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The sudden sharp pain in the midepigastric region with a rigid boardlike abdomen in a patient with a bleeding gastric ulcer indicates a perforation of the ulcer. Perforation leads to leakage of gastric contents into the peritoneal cavity, causing peritonitis. This presentation requires immediate surgical intervention. Option A is incorrect as intestinal development does not correlate with the symptoms described. Option B is incorrect because inflammation of the esophagus would not lead to a rigid boardlike abdomen. Option D is incorrect as the sudden onset of symptoms is more indicative of a complication like perforation rather than the development of additional ulcers.
Question 5 of 5
Mang Simon, a hypertensive male client was prescribed with an exercise program. Which intervention would help Mang Simon in maintaining this program?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Doing it according to his needs and abilities. This option is the most appropriate intervention for Mang Simon to maintain his exercise program. By tailoring the program to his needs and abilities, Mang Simon is more likely to adhere to it and prevent any potential injuries or health risks associated with overexertion. This approach ensures that the exercise routine is realistic and manageable for him, increasing his chances of long-term success. A: Writing down the exercise program may be helpful for organization but does not address the individualization needed for Mang Simon's specific situation. B: Thoroughly explaining the program to his wife, Aling Nena, may provide support but does not directly impact Mang Simon's ability to maintain the program. C: Positive motivation is important, but it alone may not be sufficient to address the practical aspects of adapting the exercise program to Mang Simon's needs and abilities.