A nurse is administering a shot of Vitamin K to a 30 day-old infant. Which of the following target areas is the most appropriate? A. Gluteus maximus B. Gluteus minimus C. Vastus lateralis D. Vastus medialis Correct Answer: C. Vastus lateralis Medications are injected into the bulkiest part of… Read More »
Which of the following drugs would be ordered by the physician to improve the platelet count in a male client with idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)? A. Acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) B. Corticosteroids C. Methotrexate D. Vitamin K Correct Answer: B. Corticosteroids Corticosteroid therapy can decrease antibody production and… Read More »
The infant is admitted to the unit with tetralogy of fallot. The nurse would anticipate an order for which medication? A. Digoxin B. Epinephrine C. Aminophylline D. Atropine Correct Answer: A. Digoxin The infant with Tetralogy of Fallot involves four heart defects: A large ventricular septal defect… Read More »
A client who has glaucoma is to have miotic eye drops instilled in both eyes. The nurse knows that the purpose of the medication is to: A. Anesthetize the cornea B. Dilate the pupils C. Constrict the pupils D. Paralyze the muscles of accommodation Correct Answer: C.… Read More »
Which of the following classes of medications protects the ischemic myocardium by blocking catecholamines and sympathetic nerve stimulation? A. Beta-adrenergic blockers B. Calcium channel blockers C. Narcotics D. Nitrates Correct Answer: A. Beta-adrenergic blockers Beta-adrenergic blockers work by blocking beta receptors in the myocardium, reducing the response… Read More »
Ruby is receiving thyroid replacement therapy, develops the flu, and forgets to take her thyroid replacement medicine. The nurse understands that skipping this medication will put the client at risk for developing which of the following life-threatening complications? A. Exophthalmos B. Thyroid storm C. Myxedema coma D. Tibial myxedema … Read More »
A nurse is reviewing a patient’s medication during shift change. Which of the following medications would be contraindicated if the patient were pregnant? Select all that apply. A. Warfarin (Coumadin) B. Finasteride (Propecia, Proscar) C. Celecoxib (Celebrex) D. Clonidine (Catapres) E. Transdermal nicotine (Habitrol) F. Clofazimine(Lamprene) Correct Answer: A. Warfarin… Read More »
A nurse is administering IV furosemide to a patient admitted with congestive heart failure. After the infusion, which of the following symptoms is not expected? A. Increased urinary output B. Decreased edema C. Decreased pain D. Decreased blood pressure Correct Answer: C. Decreased pain Furosemide, a loop… Read More »
An infant with congestive heart failure is receiving diuretic therapy at home. Which of the following symptoms would indicate that the dosage may need to be increased? A. Sudden weight gain B. Decreased blood pressure C. Slow, shallow breathing D. Bradycardia Correct Answer: A. Sudden weight gain… Read More »
A nurse is administering IV furosemide to a patient admitted with congestive heart failure. After the infusion, which of the following symptoms is not expected? A. Increased urinary output B. Decreased edema C. Decreased pain D. Decreased blood pressure Correct Answer: C. Decreased pain Furosemide, a loop… Read More »