HESI RN
Care Hope College RN HESI Pharmacology Questions
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Question 1 of 5
Which nursing action has the highest priority when administering a dose of codeine with acetaminophen to a client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Codeine, an opioid, causes drowsiness and dizziness, increasing fall risk. Instructing the client to request assistance when ambulating (
A) is the highest priority for safety. Stool softeners (
B) address constipation but are secondary. Notifying about unrelieved pain (
C) and onset time (
D) are important but not immediate safety concerns.
Question 2 of 5
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Question 5 of 5
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