NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Pharmacology Cheat Sheet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client admitted with pneumonia is taking Imuran, an immunosuppressive agent. Which question should the nurse ask the client regarding this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Imuran (azathioprine) use and duration clarify indication (e.g., autoimmune) and infection risk, critical with pneumonia. Tapering, hepatitis, or allergies are less immediate.
Question 2 of 5
A client with anemia has a new prescription for ferrous sulfate. In teaching the client about diet and iron supplements, the nurse should emphasize that absorption of iron is enhanced if taken with which substance?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Orange juice. Ascorbic acid enhances the absorption of iron.
Question 3 of 5
A client who has Hodgkin's disease receives a weekly IV dose of nitrogen mustard. Which nursing order is most appropriate for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nitrogen mustard causes bone marrow suppression and nausea; high fluid intake helps flush the drug and prevent dehydration.
Question 4 of 5
An adult client is being treated for genital herpes with acyclovir (Zovirax) tablets. Which statement she makes indicates that she understands her therapy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acyclovir reduces symptoms and recurrence of herpes but does not cure it. Starting treatment at recurrence is appropriate.
Question 5 of 5
A client is ordered atropine to be administered preoperatively. Which physiological effect should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Drying up of secretions. Atropine dries secretions which may get in the way during the operative procedure.