Test Bank - Pharmacology Clear and Simple: A Guide to Drug Classifications and Dosage Calculations, 2nd Edition (Watkins, 2014), Chapter 1-20 | All Chapters

1. While caring for a client who is taking furosemide (Lasix), the nurse recognizes dietary teaching has been effective if the patient includes which of the following foods in his daily menus? A. Broccoli and kiwi B. Oranges and sweet potatoes C. Kale and cucumbers D. Bananas and melon 2. A client newly diagnosed with diabetes tells the nurse, “I can’t take any insulin made from pigs or cows.” Which of the following responses by the nurse is best? A. “Most insulin comes from animal sources, but I’m sure alternative options are available.” B. “Medications that are derived from animals are typically less expensive than synthetic medications, but synthetic insulin is commonly available.” C. “Most insulin is synthetic now to help reduce the risk of disease transmission.” D. “The animals aren’t hurt in the production of medications, so you don’t need to worry.” 3. While providing medications to clients on the cardiac unit, the nurse anticipates that hydralazine hydrochloride and isosorbide dinitrate (BiDil) would most likely be prescribed for which of the following clients? A. A 48-year-old Caucasian male diagnosed with atrial fibrillation B. A 55-year-old African American female diagnosed with hypertension C. A 63-year-old Caucasian female diagnosed with sick sinus syndrome D. A 64-year-old African American male diagnosed with heart failure