Which of the following classes of drugs is most widely used in the treatment of cardiomyopathy? A. Antihypertensive B. Beta-adrenergic blockers C. Calcium channel blockers D. Nitrates Correct Answer: B. Beta-adrenergic blockers By decreasing the heart rate and contractility, beta-adrenergic blockers improve myocardial filling and cardiac output, which are… Read More »
A client has an order for streptokinase. Before administering the medication, the nurse should assess the client for: A. A history of streptococcal infections B. Allergies to pineapples and bananas C. Prior therapy with phenytoin D. A history of alcohol abuse Correct Answer: A history of streptococcal… Read More »
The nurse is caring for the client receiving Amphotericin B. Which of the following indicates that the client has experienced toxicity to this drug? A. Changes in vision B. Nausea C. Urinary frequency D. Changes in skin color Correct Answer: D. Changes in skin color Clients taking… Read More »
Nurse Len should expect to administer which medication to a client with gout? A. Aspirin B. Furosemide (Lasix) C. Colchicines D. Calcium gluconate (Kalcinate) Correct Answer: C. Colchicines A disease characterized by joint inflammation (especially in the great toe), gout is caused by urate crystal deposits in… Read More »
Mr. Rodriguez is admitted with severe pain in the knees. Which form of arthritis is characterized by urate deposits and joint pain, usually in the feet and legs, and occurs primarily in men over age 30? A. Septic arthritis B. Traumatic arthritis C. Intermittent arthritis D. Gouty arthritis … Read More »
Among the following signs and symptoms, which would most likely be present in a client with mitral regurgitation? A. Altered level of consciousness B. Exertional Dyspnea C. Increase creatine phosphokinase concentration D. Chest pain Correct Answer: B. Exertional Dyspnea Mitral regurgitation (MR) is defined as an abnormal reversal of… Read More »
The nurse knows that neurologic complications of multiple myeloma (MM) usually involve which of the following body systems? A. Brain B. Muscle spasm C. Renal dysfunction D. Myocardial irritability Correct Answer: B. Muscle spasm Back pain or paresthesia in the lower extremities may indicate impending spinal cord… Read More »
When assessing a laboring client, the nurse finds a prolapsed cord. The nurse should: A. Attempt to replace the cord B. Place the client on her left side C. Elevate the client’s hips D. Cover the cord with a dry, sterile gauze Correct Answer: C. Elevate the… Read More »
A child is admitted to the hospital with an uncontrolled seizure disorder. The admitting physician writes orders for actions to be taken in the event of a seizure. Which of the following actions would not be included? A. Notify the physician. B. Restrain the patient’s limbs. C. Position the patient on his/her… Read More »
Nurse Patricia is aware that the average length of time from human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection to the development of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)? A. Less than 5 years B. 5 to 7 years C. 10 years D. More than 10 years Correct Answer: C. 10 years… Read More »