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RN VATI Pharmacology S 2019 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has a new prescription for verapamil. Which of the following findings in the client's medical record should the nurse identify as a contraindication for the administration of verapamil?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Verapamil's negative inotropic effects can worsen heart failure, particularly in clients with systolic heart failure, making it a contraindication.
Question 2 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.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who has been taking warfarin for 3 months. Which of the following laboratory results Indicates that the medication has been effective?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An INR of 2.0 indicates effective anticoagulation with warfarin, within the therapeutic range for preventing excessive clotting.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving neostigmine. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse identify as an adverse reaction to the medication?
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Neostigmine's cholinergic effects can cause sweating, respiratory distress (due to bronchoconstriction), and bradycardia (via vagal stimulation).
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving diazepam as conscious sedation for an endoscopy, Which of the following antidotes should the nurse have on hand during the procedure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Flumazenil is the antidote for diazepam, reversing its sedative effects during procedures or in cases of overdose.