NCLEX-RN
Physiological NCLEX RN Questions Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 52-year-old African American male newly diagnosed with hypertension. He has a history of chronic kidney disease and diabetes. The nurse would expect to see which medication order for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Enalapril and amlodipine (
D) are suitable for hypertension in a patient with CKD and diabetes, as ACE inhibitors protect kidneys and calcium channel blockers are effective. Amiloride (
B) risks hyperkalemia, and atenolol (
C) is less preferred in diabetes.
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