NCLEX-PN
Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The LPN is on a home visit with a client taking Amiodarone. Which of these statements would indicate that the client understands the potential drug side effects.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Amiodarone can cause increased photosensitivity, so the client should ensure that he or she wears protection.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is discussing the prescribed atypical antipsychotic medication therapy with the client with schizophrenia. What information should the nurse include in this discussion? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Atypical antipsychotics target hallucinations and emotional responses, require blood glucose monitoring, and may cause increased appetite and weight gain.
Question 3 of 5
An allergic reaction is classified as what type of pharmacological effect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An allergic reaction is considered an adverse effect, as it is unintended and requires treatment. A side effect is also undesired but is somewhat expected, and a side effect does not require intervention.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is concerned that the adolescent may be developing a side effect of methotrexate. Which test or exam results should the nurse review prior to administration?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A: Although methotrexate is a folic acid antagonist, it does not alter serum levels. B: Methotrexate has no effect on electrolytes. C: An adverse effect of methotrexate (Trexall) is aplastic anemia; thus, the nurse should review the CBC results before administration. D: Methotrexate has no effect on coagulation.
Question 5 of 5
A woman is in the active phase of labor. An external monitor has been applied, and a fetal heart deceleration of uniform shape is observed, beginning just as the contraction is under way and returning to the baseline at the end of the contraction. Which of the following nursing actions is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: It is an early deceleration as a result of head compression, and at this time no action is necessary. Close observation of the mother and baby is needed.