Pharmacology Exam questions and answers
Graded A+ latest update
*The nurse should first address the client's [---], followed by the client's [---].*
2 months ago:
Client is a 58-year-old female who is recently diagnosed with osteoporosis. Reports a history of non-
insulin dependent diabetes mellitus, managed with diet and exercise. Walks 3 to 4 miles 5 to 6 days per
week.
Today:
Client reports burning with urination and urinary frequency. Client reports occasional fatigue and
occasional back pain that is relieved with acetaminophen. Reports back pain level today is 4 on a scale
from 1 to 10. Has recently noticed numbness in hands. Client reports decrease in walking because of
work obligations; currently walking 1 day per week. - The nurse should first address the client's
[calcium level], followed by the client's [urinalysis].
*Click to highlight the findings that indicate an adverse effect of the medication the client was
prescribed for osteoporosis. To deselect a finding, click on the finding again.*
6 months ago:
Raloxifene 60 mg PO once daily
Today:
Platelet count
INR - Calf pain
Right pedal pulse +1
Right foot is cool to touch
Platelet count 600,000/mm3 (150,000 to 400,000/mm3)
*Which findings should the nurse determine are contraindications to the client taking the newly
prescribed medication?*
1 week ago:
Client reports taking meloxicam for RA for several years and discontinued it a few months ago when it
was no longer effective. Currently taking acetaminophen 650 mg as needed for arthritis pain. The
provider discussed with the client the plan to prescribe methotrexate after laboratory results are
complete.
Graded A+ latest update
*The nurse should first address the client's [---], followed by the client's [---].*
2 months ago:
Client is a 58-year-old female who is recently diagnosed with osteoporosis. Reports a history of non-
insulin dependent diabetes mellitus, managed with diet and exercise. Walks 3 to 4 miles 5 to 6 days per
week.
Today:
Client reports burning with urination and urinary frequency. Client reports occasional fatigue and
occasional back pain that is relieved with acetaminophen. Reports back pain level today is 4 on a scale
from 1 to 10. Has recently noticed numbness in hands. Client reports decrease in walking because of
work obligations; currently walking 1 day per week. - The nurse should first address the client's
[calcium level], followed by the client's [urinalysis].
*Click to highlight the findings that indicate an adverse effect of the medication the client was
prescribed for osteoporosis. To deselect a finding, click on the finding again.*
6 months ago:
Raloxifene 60 mg PO once daily
Today:
Platelet count
INR - Calf pain
Right pedal pulse +1
Right foot is cool to touch
Platelet count 600,000/mm3 (150,000 to 400,000/mm3)
*Which findings should the nurse determine are contraindications to the client taking the newly
prescribed medication?*
1 week ago:
Client reports taking meloxicam for RA for several years and discontinued it a few months ago when it
was no longer effective. Currently taking acetaminophen 650 mg as needed for arthritis pain. The
provider discussed with the client the plan to prescribe methotrexate after laboratory results are
complete.
