HESI RN
HESI RN Pharmacology Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Ferrous sulfate elixir is prescribed for a client with iron deficiency anemia. Which instruction should the nurse provide this client about taking the liquid medication? Which instruction should the nurse provide this client about taking the liquid medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using a straw to ingest ferrous sulfate elixir minimizes contact with teeth, preventing staining, a common side effect. This instruction ensures effective administration while protecting dental health.
Question 2 of 5
A client who experiences migraine headaches reports having fewer headaches since using the herbal remedy feverfew. Which information is most important for the nurse to include in a teaching plan for this client? Which information is most important for the nurse to include in a teaching plan for this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Feverfew can interact with aspirin and NSAIDs, increasing bleeding risk due to its anticoagulant properties. This interaction is critical to include in the teaching plan to prevent adverse effects, especially since the client is using feverfew for migraines, where NSAIDs are commonly used.
Question 3 of 5
A client reports confusion and blurred vision after receiving a dose of glipizide. Which action should the nurse implement? Which action should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Glipizide, a sulfonylurea, can cause hypoglycemia, leading to symptoms like confusion and blurred vision. Obtaining a fingerstick blood glucose confirms hypoglycemia, guiding immediate treatment to restore normal glucose levels.
Question 4 of 5
A client is receiving tamsulosin for the management of urinary retention due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Which instruction is most important for the nurse to provide? Which instruction is most important for the nurse to provide?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tamsulosin, an alpha-blocker, can cause orthostatic hypotension, increasing fall risk. Instructing the client to stand and sit up slowly minimizes dizziness and enhances safety, making it the most critical instruction.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is providing discharge instructions for a client with metastatic cancer who is prescribed morphine for bone pain. Which information from the client indicates to the nurse an understanding of the medication? Which information from the client indicates to the nurse an understanding of the medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Morphine frequently causes constipation due to its effects on opioid receptors in the gut. Understanding the need to monitor bowel movements and use a stool softener demonstrates proper knowledge of managing this common side effect.