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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 meperidine. Which of the following is the nurse's priority assessment before administering the medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The priority assessment before administering meperidine is the client's respiratory rate. Opioids can cause respiratory depression, leading to reduced breathing and inadequate ventilation. Monitoring the respiratory rate allows the nurse to detect any signs of respiratory distress or inadequate breathing, enabling them to intervene promptly to prevent serious complications.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving IV ciprofloxacin to treat a urinary tract infection. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as the priority to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tendon pain, particularly when walking, may indicate tendonitis or risk of tendon rupture, a serious adverse effect of ciprofloxacin requiring immediate attention.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching for a client who has a prescription for gentamicin. Which of the following should the nurse include as an adverse effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Gentamicin can cause ototoxicity, leading to tinnitus, a symptom of inner ear damage. Clients should report this immediately to prevent further complications.
Question 5 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.