An older adult with iron deficiency anemia is being discharged with iron supplements, which information should the nurse include in the discharge?
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Question 2 of 45
In the emergency department, a child is admitted for accidental ingestion of a poison. The practical nurse (PN) should know that inducing vomiting is recommended for which child?
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Question 3 of 45
A client who is obtunded arrives in the emergency center with a suspected drug overdose. Intravenous naloxone is given, but within a short period, the client's level of consciousness deteriorates. What action should the nurse take first?
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Question 4 of 45
A client with a history of angina is prescribed amlodipine. The practical nurse (PN) should monitor the client for which adverse effect?
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Question 5 of 45
A client with a diagnosis of generalized anxiety disorder is prescribed buspirone. The nurse should include which instruction in the client's teaching plan?
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Question 6 of 45
When educating a client about the adverse effects of conjunctivitis, what is a serious condition that requires prompt attention?
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Question 7 of 45
A client with a diagnosis of depression is prescribed escitalopram. Which statement by the client indicates the need for further teaching?
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Question 8 of 45
A client with a diagnosis of schizophrenia is prescribed risperidone. The nurse should monitor the client for which potential side effect?
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Question 9 of 45
Which assessment finding requires nursing intervention prior to the administration of medication?
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Question 10 of 45
What action should be taken six days after starting a prescription for oral amoxicillin solution?
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Question 11 of 45
A client diagnosed with a sinus infection is prescribed ampicillin sodium. The practical nurse (PN) should instruct the client to notify the healthcare provider immediately if which symptom occurs?
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Question 12 of 45
A client with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder is prescribed quetiapine. The nurse should monitor for which potential adverse effect?
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Question 13 of 45
A client with chronic heart failure is prescribed spironolactone. The nurse should monitor for which potential side effect?
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Question 14 of 45
A client with hypertension is prescribed doxazosin. The nurse should monitor for which potential side effect?
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Question 15 of 45
The healthcare provider has prescribed an influenza vaccine for a 74-year-old client before discharge. Which client condition would prompt the practical nurse to consult with the charge nurse rather than administer the vaccine?
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Question 16 of 45
A postoperative client has a prescription for ketorolac 30mg IV q6h. Which response demonstrates that therapeutic levels of the medication have been achieved?
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Question 17 of 45
The nurse is studying antacids that contain magnesium and calcium for the pharmacology exam. The student nurse remembers that these antacids should be used with caution in patients with which condition?
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Question 18 of 45
A client with hypertension is prescribed metoprolol. The healthcare provider should monitor the client for which potential side effect?
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Question 19 of 45
A client is prescribed metoprolol. The nurse should monitor for which common side effect of this medication?
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Question 20 of 45
A client with a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is prescribed salmeterol. The nurse should monitor for which potential side effect?
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Question 21 of 45
When a client with hypertension is prescribed losartan, what potential side effect should the nurse monitor for?
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Question 22 of 45
Which nursing intervention is most important when caring for a client receiving aspirin 600mg po QID?
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Question 23 of 45
A client with diabetes mellitus type 2 is prescribed linagliptin. The nurse should monitor for which potential adverse effect?
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Question 24 of 45
The practical nurse administers lactulose to a client. Which client outcome would indicate a therapeutic response?
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Question 25 of 45
A client whose seizure disorder has been managed with phenytoin is admitted to the emergency department with status epilepticus. Which drug should the practical nurse anticipate being prescribed for administration to treat these seizures?
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Question 26 of 45
A client with a history of deep vein thrombosis is prescribed dabigatran. The nurse should monitor for which potential adverse effect?
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Question 27 of 45
A female client who started chemotherapy three days ago for cancer of the breast calls the clinic reporting that she is so upset she cannot sleep. The client has several PRN medications available. Which drug should the nurse instruct her to take?
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Question 28 of 45
A client with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder is prescribed valproate. The nurse should monitor for which potential adverse effect?
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Question 29 of 45
A client who was diagnosed with oral thrush calls the clinic saying the medication bottle broke and all of the medication was spilled. The client is requesting a refill order. The nurse should contact the health care provider about a refill for which medication?
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Question 30 of 45
A client with a diagnosis of schizophrenia is prescribed quetiapine. The nurse should monitor the client for which potential side effect?
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Question 31 of 45
A practical nurse (PN) is preparing to administer a scheduled dose of furosemide to a client. Which laboratory value is most important for the PN to review before administering the medication?
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Question 32 of 45
A client with a diagnosis of schizophrenia is prescribed olanzapine. The nurse should monitor the client for which potential side effect?
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Question 33 of 45
A client with a diagnosis of depression is prescribed fluoxetine. Which statement by the client indicates the need for further teaching?
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Question 34 of 45
A client with a diagnosis of schizophrenia is prescribed aripiprazole. The nurse should monitor the client for which potential side effect?
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Question 35 of 45
A client with diabetes mellitus type 2 is prescribed linagliptin. Which instruction should the nurse include in the client's teaching plan?
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Question 36 of 45
A client with rheumatoid arthritis is prescribed tofacitinib. What should the nurse include in the client's teaching plan?
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Question 37 of 45
What information should the practical nurse provide to a female client who started taking an oral sulfonamide for a urinary tract infection the previous day and reports slight anorexia, while also experiencing urinary frequency?
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Question 38 of 45
A client with diabetes mellitus type 2 is prescribed pioglitazone. The nurse should monitor for which potential adverse effect?
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Question 39 of 45
A client has been taking simvastatin for 3 days and calls the nurse at the clinic to report extreme muscle tenderness and pain. Which is the most appropriate action?
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Question 40 of 45
Escitalopram is prescribed for a 16-year-old adolescent client who is clinically depressed. Five days later, the parent tells the practical nurse (PN) that the drug is not working because their child is not feeling any better. Which explanation should the PN provide?
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Question 41 of 45
A client is receiving levothyroxine for hypothyroidism. The nurse should monitor the client for which potential side effect?
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Question 42 of 45
A client with a history of heart failure is prescribed spironolactone. The nurse should monitor for which potential side effect?
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Question 43 of 45
A client with chronic kidney disease is prescribed calcium acetate. The nurse should monitor for which potential side effect?
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Question 44 of 45
A client diagnosed with a herniated disc is prescribed hydrocodone/acetaminophen 10 mg/300 mg prn every 4 to 6 hours. As the practical nurse (PN) enters the client's room to administer the requested medication, the client is seen talking and laughing with visiting family. What action should the PN take?
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Question 45 of 45
When should a client receiving insulin lispro administer this medication?
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