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Question 1 of 5

A nurse on a medical unit is planning care for an older adult client who takes several medications. Which of the following prescribed medications places the client at risk for orthostatic hypotension? (Select all that apply.)

Correct Answer: A,B,C

Rationale: Duloxetine can cause blood pressure fluctuations due to its effect on norepinephrine. Furosemide reduces blood volume, increasing the risk of orthostatic hypotension. Telmisartan causes vasodilation, which can lower blood pressure and contribute to orthostatic hypotension.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is preparing to administer a medication to a client who states, 'That looks different from the pill I usually take.' Which of the following responses should the nurse make?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Asking the client to describe the pill verifies its identity, ensuring the correct medication is administered and addressing the client's concern.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who has difficulty swallowing medications and is prescribed enteric-coated aspirin PO once daily. The client asks if the medication can be crushed to make it easier to swallow. Which of the following responses should the nurse provide?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Crushing enteric-coated aspirin disrupts its protective coating, causing immediate release in the stomach, which can lead to irritation or reduced efficacy.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who requires a medication that is packaged in a single dose glass ampule. Which of the following techniques should the nurse use when opening the glass ampule?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Tapping the top and breaking the ampule away from the body with gauze prevents glass shards from contaminating the medication and ensures safety.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is preparing to administer a metered dose inhaler (MDI) medication to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Shaking the MDI ensures proper mixing of the medication, delivering the correct dose for effective treatment.

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