EXAM 4 NURS504 WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
A family expresses concern when a family member withdrawing
from alcohol is given lorazepam (Ativan). What information
should be given to the family about the medication?
a) The medication is given for a short time to help the client
complete the withdrawal process
b) The medication helps in the treatment of coexisting diseases,
such as cardiac problems and hypertension
c) The medication promotes a sense of wellbeing during the
client's difficult withdrawal period
d) The medication will help the client forget about the physical
sensations that accompany alcohol withdrawal Correct Answers
The medication is given for a short time to help the client
complete the withdrawal process
A nurse is assessing for physical health problems in a client who
uses heroin. Which medical consequence of heroin use
commonly occurs?
a) Peptic ulcers
b) Hepatitis
c) Chronic pharyngitis
d) Hypertension Correct Answers Hepatits
A nurse is caring for a patient who is in severe pain and is
receiving an opioid analgesic. Which of the following would be
the nurse's priority assessments?
a) Respiratory rate, seizure activity, and electrolytes
,b) Respiratory rate, pain intensity, and mental status
c) Liver function studies, pain intensity, and blood glucose level
d) Pain intensity, respiratory rate, and level of consciousness
Correct Answers Pain intensity, respiratory rate, and level of
consciousness
A nurse is caring for a patient who is starting gabapentin
therapy. During the initial assessment the patient informs the
nurse that he takes antacids every day. The nurse will stress to
the patient that gabapentin should be taken
a) at least 1 hour before ingesting antacids.
b) with milk or food.
c) intravenously.
d) at least 2 hours after administering antacids. Correct Answers
at least 2 hours after administering antacids.
A nurse is presenting an educational event for a group of new
parents. One factor that the nurse addresses is the overuse of
acetaminophen, which can cause liver toxicity. What would the
nurse tell the parents it is important to do?
a) To mix OTC children's medications to get the best coverage
for their child's symptoms
b) To use Tylenol only with a doctor's order
c) To check the label of OTC medications carefully to watch for
inclusions of acetaminophen
d) To monitor their child's temperature carefully and regulate the
Tylenol dose based on the fever Correct Answers To check the
label of OTC medications carefully to watch for inclusions of
acetaminophen
, A nurse who provides care on an acute medicine unit has
frequently recommended the use of nicotine replacement gum
for patients who express a willingness to quit smoking during
their admission or following their discharge. For which of the
following patients would nicotine gum be contraindicated?
a) A patient with a history of angina who experienced a non-ST
wave myocardial infarction
b) A patient whose pulmonary embolism was treated with a
heparin infusion
c) A patient who received treatment for kidney failure due to an
overdose of acetaminophen
d) A patient whose stage III pressure ulcer required intravenous
antibiotics and a vacuum dressing Correct Answers A patient
with a history of angina who experienced a non-ST wave
myocardial infarction
A patient has been prescribed hydrocodone for back pain related
to a compression fracture. Which of the following interventions
should the patient be taught regarding the medication
administration?
a) Consume a diet high in fiber
b) Elevate the lower extremities
c) Decrease activity due to pain
d) Take aspirin with the medication Correct Answers Consume
a diet high in fiber
A family expresses concern when a family member withdrawing
from alcohol is given lorazepam (Ativan). What information
should be given to the family about the medication?
a) The medication is given for a short time to help the client
complete the withdrawal process
b) The medication helps in the treatment of coexisting diseases,
such as cardiac problems and hypertension
c) The medication promotes a sense of wellbeing during the
client's difficult withdrawal period
d) The medication will help the client forget about the physical
sensations that accompany alcohol withdrawal Correct Answers
The medication is given for a short time to help the client
complete the withdrawal process
A nurse is assessing for physical health problems in a client who
uses heroin. Which medical consequence of heroin use
commonly occurs?
a) Peptic ulcers
b) Hepatitis
c) Chronic pharyngitis
d) Hypertension Correct Answers Hepatits
A nurse is caring for a patient who is in severe pain and is
receiving an opioid analgesic. Which of the following would be
the nurse's priority assessments?
a) Respiratory rate, seizure activity, and electrolytes
,b) Respiratory rate, pain intensity, and mental status
c) Liver function studies, pain intensity, and blood glucose level
d) Pain intensity, respiratory rate, and level of consciousness
Correct Answers Pain intensity, respiratory rate, and level of
consciousness
A nurse is caring for a patient who is starting gabapentin
therapy. During the initial assessment the patient informs the
nurse that he takes antacids every day. The nurse will stress to
the patient that gabapentin should be taken
a) at least 1 hour before ingesting antacids.
b) with milk or food.
c) intravenously.
d) at least 2 hours after administering antacids. Correct Answers
at least 2 hours after administering antacids.
A nurse is presenting an educational event for a group of new
parents. One factor that the nurse addresses is the overuse of
acetaminophen, which can cause liver toxicity. What would the
nurse tell the parents it is important to do?
a) To mix OTC children's medications to get the best coverage
for their child's symptoms
b) To use Tylenol only with a doctor's order
c) To check the label of OTC medications carefully to watch for
inclusions of acetaminophen
d) To monitor their child's temperature carefully and regulate the
Tylenol dose based on the fever Correct Answers To check the
label of OTC medications carefully to watch for inclusions of
acetaminophen
, A nurse who provides care on an acute medicine unit has
frequently recommended the use of nicotine replacement gum
for patients who express a willingness to quit smoking during
their admission or following their discharge. For which of the
following patients would nicotine gum be contraindicated?
a) A patient with a history of angina who experienced a non-ST
wave myocardial infarction
b) A patient whose pulmonary embolism was treated with a
heparin infusion
c) A patient who received treatment for kidney failure due to an
overdose of acetaminophen
d) A patient whose stage III pressure ulcer required intravenous
antibiotics and a vacuum dressing Correct Answers A patient
with a history of angina who experienced a non-ST wave
myocardial infarction
A patient has been prescribed hydrocodone for back pain related
to a compression fracture. Which of the following interventions
should the patient be taught regarding the medication
administration?
a) Consume a diet high in fiber
b) Elevate the lower extremities
c) Decrease activity due to pain
d) Take aspirin with the medication Correct Answers Consume
a diet high in fiber
