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RN VATI Pharmacology S 2019 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has anxiety and a prescription for oral lorazepam PRN. Which of the following is the correct way to transcribe the prescription into the electronic medical record?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The transcription 'Lorazepam 2.5 mg PO every 8 hours as needed for anxiety' correctly reflects the PRN order for anxiety.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is experiencing an anaphylactic reaction to an antibiotic. Which of the following manifestations of anaphylaxis should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Angioedema, severe swelling beneath the skin, is a hallmark of anaphylaxis due to histamine release, affecting areas like the face and throat.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an adverse effect of TPN
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: TPN can cause fluid overload, manifesting as peripheral pitting edema, indicating excess fluid accumulation in tissues.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who reports feeling dizzy while getting out of bed. The nurse suspects orthostatic hypotension related to a medication the client is taking Which of the following medications should the nurse identify as likely causing this adverse effect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Furosemide, a loop diuretic, can cause orthostatic hypotension by reducing fluid volume, leading to dizziness upon standing.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who is taking epoetin alfa. Which of the following laboratory tests should the nurse monitor to determine the effectiveness of the medication?
Correct Answer: B,E
Rationale: Hemoglobin and iron levels indicate epoetin alfa's effectiveness in stimulating red blood cell production and supporting anemia treatment.