NCLEX-PN
Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for the client who has received sumatriptan. The nurse evaluates that sumatriptan has been an effective treatment when the client reports which change?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A: Sumatriptan is not used in the treatment of mood alterations. B: Sumatriptan is not used in the treatment of muscle spasms. C: Sumatriptan is not used in the treatment of insomnia. D: Sumatriptan (Imitrex) is a serotonin receptor agonist and a first-line medication for terminating a migraine or cluster headache attack.
Question 2 of 5
What classification of drug is Diltiazem?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diltiazem is a calcium-channel blocker that is used to treat hypertension.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing the client. Which findings indicate that the client may be experiencing physical changes from long-term use of prednisone? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: A: Weight gain and muscle atrophy are body changes that may occur with long-term glucocorticoid therapy. B: Muscle wasting (not increased muscle mass) is a side effect of prednisone. C: Fragile skin is a possible body change that may occur with long-term glucocorticoid therapy. D: Acne vulgaris may occur with long-term glucocorticoid therapy. E: Hirsutism (not alopecia) is a side effect of prednisone.
Question 4 of 5
The LPN has been asked to help a client taking Risperdal with activities of daily living in the morning. Which of these tasks is most likely to be potentially impacted by this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Risperdal can cause orthostatic hypotension, so, to prevent a fall, care should be taken when changing positions.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse working a surgical unit, notices a patient is experiencing SOB, calf pain, and warmth over the posterior calf. All of these may indicate which of the following medical conditions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: All of these factors (SOB, calf pain, and warmth) indicate a deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which can be a postoperative complication.