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RN VATI Pharmacology S 2019 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving long-term treatment with oral doses of prednisone. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Long-term prednisone use can decrease bone density, increasing the risk of osteoporosis due to interference with calcium absorption and increased bone resorption.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has a new prescription to receive a continuous infusion of total parenteral nutrition (TPN) Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Regular blood glucose monitoring is essential due to TPN's high glucose content, which can cause hyperglycemia.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer exenatide for a client who has type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following routes of administration should nurse plan to use?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Exenatide is administered subcutaneously, injected into fatty tissue, as it is a peptide-based medication ineffective if taken orally.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in the PACU is caring for a client who received isoflurane. Which of the following assessments is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Isoflurane can cause hypotension, a critical side effect requiring priority monitoring of blood pressure to ensure adequate perfusion.
Question 5 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.