HESI RN
HESI Bsn 225 RN Pharmacology Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client who is receiving pregabalin for fibromyalgia complains of tremors in the hands. Which action should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tremors are a potential side effect of pregabalin, warranting notification of the healthcare provider for possible dose adjustment. Antianxiety drugs, blood pressure readings, or glucose levels are not directly related to addressing pregabalin-induced tremors.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a cold is taking the antitussive medication benzonatate. Which assessment information indicates to the nurse that the medication is effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Benzonatate suppresses cough, and sleeping through the night indicates effective cough control. Denying coughing spells is less specific, expectoration relates to expectorants, and nasal discharge is unrelated to antitussive effects.
Question 3 of 5
Before administering a laxative to a bedfast client, it is most important for the nurse to perform which assessment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assessing bowel movement frequency and consistency is critical to determine the need for a laxative and monitor its effectiveness. Strength, skin integrity, and urge recognition are less directly related to laxative administration.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of smoking cigarettes for many years arrives at the clinic and expresses a desire to stop smoking. The client receives a prescription for bupropion to reduce nicotine cravings. Which information should the nurse include in the discharge teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bupropion may cause insomnia and weight loss, which are important side effects for the client to understand. Water intake, tyramine-free diets, and taste changes are not primary concerns with bupropion.
Question 5 of 5
A client is scheduled for a spiral computed tomography (CT) scan with contrast to evaluate for pulmonary embolism. Which information in the client's history requires follow-up by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Metformin use requires follow-up due to the risk of lactic acidosis with contrast agents affecting renal function. Metal prostheses, sobriety, and prior CT scans are less relevant to contrast administration safety.