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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 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 2 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 3 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 4 of 5
A nurse in the emergency department is planning care for a client who had a myocardial infarction and is receiving thrombolytic therapy with an WV infusion of alteplase. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Monitoring for changes in level of consciousness is critical during alteplase therapy to detect intracranial bleeding, a serious complication.
Question 5 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.