A client with heart failure develops hyperaldosteronism. What dietary recommendation is essential for managing this condition?
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Question 2 of 44
A client with a productive cough and fever has been diagnosed with bacterial pneumonia and is being admitted to the unit from the emergency room. Which intervention should the practical nurse ensure has been done prior to the administration of antibiotics?
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Question 3 of 44
A client prescribed glipizide asked why they had to take their insulin orally. How should the practical nurse respond?
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Question 4 of 44
A client with a history of deep vein thrombosis is prescribed enoxaparin. The nurse should monitor for which potential adverse effect?
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Question 5 of 44
A patient is prescribed sucralfate (Carafate) and asks the nurse what the purpose of taking this medication is. Which is the nurse's best response?
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Question 6 of 44
A client with diabetes mellitus is prescribed insulin glargine. What information should the practical nurse (PN) provide to the client about this medication?
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Question 7 of 44
A client with diabetes mellitus type 2 is prescribed glyburide. The nurse should monitor for which potential adverse effect?
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Question 8 of 44
A client with bipolar disorder is taking lithium. Which client assessment data would indicate a potential adverse effect of lithium therapy?
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Question 9 of 44
What is important information to provide to a young adult female client planning to become pregnant?
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Question 10 of 44
A client is receiving heparin to treat a deep vein thrombosis. The nurse should monitor which laboratory result to assist in evaluating the efficacy of the drug?
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Question 11 of 44
A client with hypertension is prescribed atenolol. The nurse should monitor for which potential side effect?
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Question 12 of 44
A client is prescribed clopidogrel. The nurse should monitor for which potential side effect of this medication?
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A client with hypertension is prescribed lisinopril. The nurse should monitor for which potential side effect?
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A client with rheumatoid arthritis is prescribed adalimumab. What instruction should the nurse include in the client's teaching plan?
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A client with chronic kidney disease is prescribed sevelamer. The nurse should monitor for which potential side effect?
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Question 16 of 44
Phenazopyridine is commonly prescribed for clients with urinary tract infections (UTI). Which statement by the practical nurse describes the purpose for the administration of phenazopyridine?
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Question 17 of 44
A client with hypertension is prescribed clonidine. The nurse should monitor for which potential side effect?
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Question 18 of 44
A client diagnosed with multiple sclerosis self-administers beta-1 interferon subcutaneously
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Question 19 of 44
A client with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder is prescribed carbamazepine. The nurse should monitor for which potential adverse effect?
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Question 20 of 44
A client with a history of atrial fibrillation is prescribed verapamil. The nurse should monitor for which potential side effect?
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Question 21 of 44
A client with rheumatoid arthritis is prescribed leflunomide. What instruction should the nurse include in the client's teaching plan?
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Question 22 of 44
A client with chronic kidney disease is prescribed sucroferric oxyhydroxide. What potential side effect should the nurse monitor for?
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Question 23 of 44
A client with a diagnosis of generalized anxiety disorder is prescribed escitalopram. The nurse should instruct the client that this medication may have which potential side effect?
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Question 24 of 44
A client with severe rheumatoid arthritis is prescribed adalimumab. The nurse should monitor for which potential adverse effect?
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Question 25 of 44
A client has a prescription for heparin 1,000 units IV STAT. Several pre-filled syringes of low molecular weight heparin are available in the client's medication drawer. Which action should the nurse implement?
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Question 26 of 44
A client with a diagnosis of schizophrenia is prescribed olanzapine. The nurse should monitor for which potential side effect?
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Question 27 of 44
A client with a diagnosis of schizophrenia is prescribed lurasidone. The nurse should monitor the client for which potential side effect?
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Question 28 of 44
The healthcare provider has administered albuterol as an inhaled medication. The healthcare provider should monitor the client for which possible adverse reaction?
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Question 29 of 44
The practical nurse is assigned a client on digoxin therapy. Which finding is likely to predispose this client to developing digoxin toxicity?
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Question 30 of 44
A client with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder is prescribed lamotrigine. The nurse should monitor for which potential adverse effect?
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Question 31 of 44
A client who received a prescription for cyclosporine ophthalmic emulsion for dry eyes asks the practical nurse (PN) if it is safe to continue using artificial tears. What information should the PN provide?
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Question 32 of 44
A client with a history of stroke is prescribed clopidogrel. The nurse should monitor for which potential side effect?
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Question 33 of 44
A client who is in the rehabilitation facility with newly diagnosed Parkinson's disease (PD) has levodopa-carbidopa prescribed. During the care planning session for this client, the nurse discusses which aspects with the other members of the health care team? (Select all that apply.)
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Question 34 of 44
What action should the nurse implement for a female client taking the bisphosphonate medication ibandronate for osteoporosis?
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Question 35 of 44
A client with hypertension is prescribed hydrochlorothiazide. The nurse should monitor the client for which potential side effect?
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Question 36 of 44
When planning to administer the antiulcer GI agent sucralfate, what instruction should the nurse provide regarding administration?
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Question 37 of 44
A client with osteoporosis is prescribed alendronate. The practical nurse (PN) should reinforce which instruction regarding the administration of this medication?
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Question 38 of 44
A client is prescribed diazepam for muscle spasms. What instruction should the nurse include in the client's teaching plan?
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Question 39 of 44
A client with a diagnosis of generalized anxiety disorder is prescribed alprazolam. The nurse should instruct the client that this medication may have which potential side effect?
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Question 40 of 44
While a client is receiving the medication haloperidol, which client data would indicate to the practical nurse that the medication is therapeutic?
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Question 41 of 44
A client with rheumatoid arthritis is prescribed methotrexate. The nurse should monitor for which common side effect of this medication?
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Question 42 of 44
A client with rheumatoid arthritis is prescribed methotrexate. What is the most important instruction the practical nurse (PN) should provide to the client?
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Question 43 of 44
A client with diabetes mellitus type 2 is prescribed sitagliptin. The nurse should monitor for which potential adverse effect?
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Question 44 of 44
What should be obtained prior to starting olanzapine for a male client with bipolar disorder?
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