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RN VATI Pharmacology S 2019 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer morphine 8 mg IV intermittent bolus to a client. The amount available is morphine 10 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Using the formula: Amount (mL) = Desired dose (8 mg) / Concentration (10 mg/mL) = 0.8 mL.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
A nurse discovers that a client has been administered a higher dose of oxybutynin than the prescription indicates. The nurse should assess the client for which of the following adverse effects?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oxybutynin, an anticholinergic, can cause bradycardia due to inhibition of acetylcholine, which regulates heart rate. Assessing for bradycardia is critical after an overdose.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a magnesium level of 3.2 mEq/L. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect to administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Calcium gluconate is the antidote for hypermagnesemia, counteracting the effects of elevated magnesium levels.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a history of diabetes mellitus and a new prescription for hydrochlorothiazide to treat uncontrolled hypertension. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hydrochlorothiazide can elevate blood glucose levels by reducing insulin sensitivity, requiring close monitoring in diabetic clients.