NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The Native American client is being assessed for emotional distress following a family crisis. In anticipating pharmacological treatment, the nurse understands that the Native American client would most likely do what?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Native American cultures often use herbal or plant remedies with healing properties.
Question 2 of 5
The major electrolytes in the extracellular fluid are:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sodium and chloride are the major electrolytes in the extracellular fluid.
Question 3 of 5
The HCP prescribes risperidone to manage the hallucinations of the client diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia. Which client statements reflect a need for further education regarding the medication's side effects? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Constipation, not diarrhea, and hypotension, not hypertension, are side effects of risperidone, indicating a need for further education.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing the client newly started on benztropine mesylate. Which findings indicate that the client is experiencing the most common side effects of benztropine mesylate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Blurred vision, dry mouth, and constipation are common side effects of anticholinergic agents like benztropine mesylate (Cogentin).
Question 5 of 5
The client is being treated with Clozapine. Which findings during the nurse's assessment indicate that the client is experiencing adverse effects of Clozapine? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Agranulocytosis, hypersalivation, and hyperglycemia are adverse effects of clozapine (Clozaril).