NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Pharmacology Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The client is receiving the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor enalapril (Vasotec). When would the nurse question administering this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A persistent cough is a common ACE inhibitor side effect, warranting discontinuation or HCP evaluation. Potassium, BP, or urine output are less critical.
Question 2 of 5
The female nurse realizes she did not administer a medication on time to the client diagnosed with a myocardial infarction. Which action should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A medication error requires completing an error report per facility policy to ensure tracking and quality improvement, especially for MI patients.
Question 3 of 5
A client is receiving erythromycin 500 mg IV every 6 hours to treat a pneumonia. Which of the following is the most common side effect of the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nausea and vomiting. Nausea is a common side-effect of erythromycin in both oral and intravenous forms.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer the initial dose of an antibiotic in the emergency department. Which interventions should the nurse implement? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Allergy assessment prevents reactions, cultures guide therapy, and armband ensures identity. Birthday is redundant, and peak/trough levels are post-administration.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is administering carbidopa/levodopa (Sinemet) to the client. Which assessment should the nurse perform to determine if the medication is effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Carbidopa/levodopa reduces Parkinson’s symptoms like cogwheel rigidity; decreased cogwheel movements indicate effectiveness. Strength, levels, or BP are less specific.