HESI RN
HESI RN Pharmacology Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client who is receiving pregabalin for fibromyalgia reports experiencing tremors in the hands. Which action should the nurse implement? Which action should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tremors are a potential side effect of pregabalin. Notifying the healthcare provider ensures evaluation of the symptom’s severity, possible dose adjustment, or alternative treatment to manage the adverse effect.
Question 2 of 5
A client reports confusion and blurred vision after receiving a dose of glipizide. Which action should the nurse implement? Which action should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Glipizide, a sulfonylurea, can cause hypoglycemia, leading to symptoms like confusion and blurred vision. Obtaining a fingerstick blood glucose confirms hypoglycemia, guiding immediate treatment to restore normal glucose levels.
Question 3 of 5
Before administering a laxative to a bedfast client, it is most important for the nurse to perform which assessment? Which assessment is most important for the nurse to perform?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing the frequency and consistency of bowel movements provides critical information about the client's bowel function, establishing a baseline to determine the need for a laxative and evaluate its effectiveness. This helps avoid overmedication or complications like diarrhea or fecal impaction, making it the most important assessment before administering a laxative.
Question 4 of 5
A client who is receiving pregabalin for fibromyalgia reports experiencing tremors in the hands. Which action should the nurse implement? Which action should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tremors are a potential side effect of pregabalin. Notifying the healthcare provider ensures evaluation of the symptom’s severity, possible dose adjustment, or alternative treatment to manage the adverse effect.
Question 5 of 5
Six days after starting a prescription of an oral amoxicillin solution, a client calls the clinic to report the onset of a low grade fever. Which action should the nurse implement? Which action should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A low-grade fever after starting amoxicillin may indicate an allergic reaction or other adverse effects. Determining if other symptoms, such as rash or breathing difficulties, are present is critical to assess the severity and guide further management.