NUR2474 Pharmacology Practice Questions and Answers (100% Pass)

NUR2474 Pharmacology Practice Questions and Answers (100% Pass) Nurse is talking with a new mother about meds that can be safely resumed now that she is no longer pregnant. All of the following medications are contraindicated during pregnancy, but which one may be ingesting while breastfeeding without causing harm to infant? A. Lithium B. Methrotrexate C. Ibuprofen D. Nicotine - Answer️️ -C. Ibuprofen Which statement by a client indicates an understanding of self-care precautions when taking Warfarin? A. My warfarin dose may need to be readjusted when i take a course of antibiotics B. I should expect pink urine due to metabolic bi-products of the dye used in this medication ©SOPHIABENNETT@ Sunday, August 18, 2024 6:00 PM Page 2 of 12 C. Herbal remedies are fine, but i should take aspirin without consulting my provider D. I should eat spinach to increase my iron count if my INR goes below 2 - Answer️️ -A. My warfarin dose may need to be readjusted when i take a course of antibiotics Male client tells the nurse he awakens once or twice per night and has difficulty starting his urine stream. He describes the symptoms as annoying. Client providers examines him and notes an enlargement of the prostate. The client is sexually active and doesnt want to take medicaiton that can interfere with sexual function. What should the nurse anticipate the provider will provide. A. Silodosin B. Transurethral prostatectomy C. Finasteride D. Doxazosin - Answer️️ -D. Doxazosin 50 year old postmenopausal client who has had a hysterectomy, has a moderate to severe hot flashes and is discussing estrogen therapy with the nurse. What will the nurse tell the client regarding the side effect of estrogen therapy? A. An estrogen progesterone product will increase side effects ©SOPHIABENNETT@ Sunday, August 18, 2024 6:00 PM Page 3 of 12 B. Transdermal preparations of estrogen therapy have reduced side effects C. Side effects of estrogen therapy are uncome among women of her age D. An intravaginal preparation may be best - Answer️️ -B. Transdermal preparations of estrogen therapy have reduced side effects Client has an infection caused by pseudomonas aeruginosa, the prescriber has order IV piperacillin and tobramycin. Why might the nurse question this combo? A. This combination cause tendon rupture B. Aminoglycosides are inactivated by penicillins C. Aminoglycosides alone are adequate against pseudomonas. There is no need to risk penicillian allergy D. Aminoglycosides increase the risk of penicillin allergy - Answer️️ -B. Aminoglycosides are inactivated by penicillins Client with bronchitis is taking trimethropin/sulfamethoxazole 160/800 mg orally 2x daily. Before administering the third dose, the nurse observes the client has a widespread rash, a temp and heart rate of 100 b/min. Client looks ill and reports not feeling well. What is the nurses response? A. Request an order for IV trimethoprin/Sulfamethoxazole ©SOPHIABENNETT@ Sunday, August 18, 2024 6:00 PM Page 4 of 12 B. Initiate probiotics C. Withhold the treatment and notify the provider of the symptoms D. Administer the dose and request an order for an atipyretic medication - Answer️️ -C. Withhold the treatment and notify the provider of the symptoms Client with cancer has been taking an opioid analgesic 4x daily for chronic pain and reports needing increased dose for pain. What will the nurse tell the client? A. Over time people can develop tolerance to opioids. We can discuss increasing your dose with the provider B. Take your medication more often to help control the p