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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for warfarin. The nurse should use the results of which of the following diagnostic tests to monitor the effect of this therapy?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Prothrombin time (PT) is the test used to monitor the effectiveness of warfarin therapy and is often expressed as an International Normalized Ratio (INR).

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client with bacterial conjunctivitis of the right eye, and a prescription for an antibiotic ophthalmic ointment. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The ointment should be applied in a thin line into the conjunctival sac to ensure proper delivery and absorption of the medication.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is assisting with teaching a class about medication interactions. The nurse should include that iron preparations should be administered with which of the following?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Orange juice is high in vitamin C, which enhances the absorption of iron in the gastrointestinal tract.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for digoxin 0.25 mg PO daily for heart failure. The client's current vital signs are: BP 144/96, heart rate 54/min, respirations 18/min, and temperature 37° C (98.6° F). Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: A heart rate below 60 beats per minute is a contraindication for administering digoxin, as it can increase the risk of toxicity and bradycardia.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a prescription for oral suspension phenytoin. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Phenytoin suspension should be shaken vigorously to ensure even distribution of the medication.

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