A nurse is providing instructions to a client with an impacted cerumen who is prescribed with Carbamide peroxide (Debrox). Which of the following teachings made by the nurse indicates further research? A. Do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your ear or any other surface. B. Lie on your side… Read More »
A client with osteoporosis is asking the nurse regarding the use of Salmon calcitonin (Miacalcin) nasal spray. The nurse tells the client to do the following, except? A. Delivery system contains enough medication for at least 30 doses. Discard any unused solution after 30 doses. B. If you do not feel the spray while… Read More »
The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving fluorouracil (Adrucil). Which of the following symptoms would necessitate the nurse to immediate discontinuation of the medication? A. Palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia B. Ataxia C. Constipation D. Insomnia Correct Answer: B. Ataxia. During the administration of Fluorouracil. Monitor for… Read More »
Methylergonovine (Methergine) is prescribed to a patient who is having postpartum bleeding. Prior to giving the medication, the nurse contacts the physician who prescribed the medication if which of the following condition is documented in the patient’s chart? A. Hypotension B. Uterine atony C. Ischemic heart disease D. Acute Gastroenteritis … Read More »
A nurse caring for a patient receiving oxytocin therapy suddenly is experiencing hypertonic contractions. Which of the following priority nursing actions should the nurse do? Select all that apply. A. The nurse leaves the client to ask for help. B. Administer oxygen at 8 to 10 liters per minute. C. Stop the oxytocin… Read More »
Nurse Celine is caring for a client with clinical depression who is receiving an MAO inhibitor. When providing instructions about precautions with this medication, the nurse should instruct the client to: A. Avoid chocolate and cheese. B. Take frequent naps. C. Take the medication with milk. D. Avoid walking without assistance.… Read More »
Mr. Jessie Ray, a newly admitted patient, has a seizure disorder which is being treated with medication. Which of the following drugs would the nurse question if ordered for him? A. phenobarbital (Solfoton) 150 mg hs B. amitriptyline (Elavil), 10 mg QID C. valproic acid (Depakote), 150 mg BID D. phenytoin… Read More »
A male patient needs a percutaneously inserted central catheter (PICC) for prolonged IV therapy. He knows it can be inserted without going to the operating room. He mentions that, “at least the doctor won’t be wearing surgical garb, will he?” How will the nurse answer the patient? A. “You are correct. It is a… Read More »
A 13-month-old child recently arrived in the United States from a foreign country with his parents and needs childhood immunizations. His mother reports that he is allergic to eggs. Upon further questioning, you determine that the allergy to eggs is anaphylaxis. Which of the following vaccines should he not receive? A. Hepatitis B. … Read More »
Safety of a drug is determined by the degree between: A. Therapeutic and toxic doses. B. Potency and efficacy. C. Subtherapeutic and toxic levels. D. Side and adverse effects. Correct Answer: A. Therapeutic and toxic doses. Safety is determined by the degree between therapeutic and toxic doses.… Read More »