A client is prescribed with guaifenesin (Mucinex). The nurse determines that the client understands the proper administration of this medication if the client states that he or she will: A. Limit oral fluid intake B. Take the medication with meals only C. Take an additional dose once fever and cough persist … Read More »
Rifabutin (Mycobutin) is prescribed to a client with active Mycobacterium avium complex disease and tuberculosis. The nurse determines that the client is experiencing side effects in which of the following, except? A. Tingling and numbness of the fingers B. Blurred vision C. Arthralgia D. Flu-like symptoms Correct Answer:… Read More »
Nurse Rita is giving instructions to her client who is taking antihistamine. Which of the following nurse teachings is appropriate for the client? A. Avoid ingesting alcohol B. Be aware that you may need to take a decongestant C. Be aware that you may have increased saliva D. Expect relief in… Read More »
Daniel has vertigo, which antihistamine is best for his condition? A. Terfenadine B. Meclizine C. Hydrocodone D. Guaifenesin Correct Answer: B. Meclizine Meclizine (Antivert) is given for vertigo and motion sickness. Meclizine, an FDA- approved drug, is a first-generation antihistamine used for the symptomatic management of motion… Read More »
Raul, a 20-year-old student, used to buy OTC drugs whenever he felt sick. Which of the following statements best describes the danger of self-medication with over-the-counter drugs? A. Clients are not aware of the action of over-the-counter drugs. B. Clients are not aware of the side effects of over-the-counter drugs. C. Clients minimize the… Read More »
Tamisha will be having her exam in pharmacology tomorrow. She should be aware that antitussive is indicated to: A. Encourage removal of secretions through coughing B. Relieve rhinitis C. Control a productive cough D. Relieve a dry cough Correct Answer: D. Relieve a dry cough An antitussive… Read More »
The nurse should instruct a client who is taking an expectorant to: A. Restrict fluids B. Increase fluids C. Avoid vaporizers D. Take antihistamines Correct Answer: B. Increase fluids Increasing fluids will help liquefy secretions and facilitate removal. Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Fluids… Read More »
When administering the methylxanthine theophylline, the nurse can expect: A. Decreased pulmonary function B. Increased pulmonary function C. Increased residual volume D. Decreased tidal volume Correct Answer: B. Increased pulmonary function Theophylline will improve ventilation so there will be an overall improvement of pulmonary measurements. Theophylline is… Read More »
A client with which of the following conditions may experience a dangerous or fatal side effect of theophylline? A. Cardiac disorder B. Diabetes C. Renal disease D. Hepatic disease Correct Answer: A. Cardiac disorder A client with a heart condition may experience dangerous stimulation from this drug.… Read More »
To evaluate the effectiveness of theophylline therapy, which of the following laboratory values must be drawn? A. Glucose B. Hematocrit C. Potassium D. Theophylline levels Correct Answer: D. Theophylline levels Theophylline levels must be drawn to determine if the drug is present in therapeutic amounts in the… Read More »