EVOLVE HESI PHARMACOLOGY
EXAM AND PRACTICE QUESTIONS
EXAM COMPLETE EXAM QUESTIONS
WITH DETAILED VERIFIED ANSWERS
(100% CORRECT ANSWERS)
/ALREADY GRADED A+ // BRAND
NEW!!
A male client who is hypertensive is starting a new
prescription for clonidine (Catapress) 0.4 mg PO
daily. In reviewing common side effects, what
information should the practical nurse (PN) provide
the client?
A) Report problems with sexual function.
B) Monitor respirations on a daily basis.
C) Increased libido may be experienced.
D) Weight gain may indicate fluid retention. -
....ANSWER...A) Report problems with sexual
function.
Feedback:
,Sexual dysfunction (A), such as impotence and
decreased libido, is a common complication of
antihypertensive medications in male clients.
Respiratory changes (B), increased libido (C), and
increased weight (D) do not commonly occur with
this antihypertensive.
A client who is receiving an antibiotic suddenly
develops hives. The practical nurse should report
that the client is most likely experiencing which type
of drug response?
A) Adverse response.
B) Hypersensitivity reaction.
C) Idiosyncratic reaction.
D) Multiple drug interaction. - ....ANSWER...B)
Hypersensitivity reaction.
Feedback:
Hives, a symptom of a hypersensitivity reaction (B),
involve an abnormal immune response and are not
uncommon with the use of antibiotics. Although (A,
C, and D) are unexpected pharmacologic reactions,
hives represent a life-threatening allergic response
and should be reported to ensure prompt
intervention.
,The healthcare provider prescribes cycloplegic and
mydriatic ophthalmic drops for a client who is having
a cataract removal. What explanation about the drug
actions should the practical nurse (PN) provide the
client?
A) Reduces intraocular pressure.
B) Relieves eye pain.
C) Treats conjunctivitis.
D) Dilates the pupil. - ....ANSWER...D) Dilates the
pupil.
Feedback:
Cycloplegic drugs cause ciliary paralysis, and
mydriatics dilate the pupil (D), which facilitates
access into the anterior chamber for removal of the
lens in cataract surgery. (A, B, and C) are incorrect
actions.
The practical nurse (PN) is assessing a client who
takes olanzapine (Zyprexa), an antipsychotic. Which
side effect should the PN most likely note in this
client?
A) Insomnia and irritability.
B) Hand tremors and tearing.
C) Nausea and frontal headache.
, D) Weight gain and constipation. - ....ANSWER...D)
Weight gain and constipation.
Feedback:
Olanzapine (Zyprexa), an atypical antipsychotic,
causes orthostatic hypotension, weight gain, and
anticholinergic effects, such as constipation (D).
Common anticholinergic side effects include dry
mouth, blurred vision, nasal stuffiness, weight gain,
difficulty urinating, decreased sweating, increased
sensitivity to sunlight, and constipation (D). (A, B, and
C) are not expected side effects of this medication.
The practical nurse (PN) discusses antihypertensive
drug therapy with several clients diagnosed with
high blood pressure. To improve client
understanding, the PN should emphasize that which
medication preserves renal function in a client with
diabetes?
A) Verapamil (Calan).
B) Captopril (Capoten).
C) Clonidine (Catapres).
D) Nifedipine (Procardia). - ....ANSWER...B) Captopril
(Capoten).
Feedback:
EXAM AND PRACTICE QUESTIONS
EXAM COMPLETE EXAM QUESTIONS
WITH DETAILED VERIFIED ANSWERS
(100% CORRECT ANSWERS)
/ALREADY GRADED A+ // BRAND
NEW!!
A male client who is hypertensive is starting a new
prescription for clonidine (Catapress) 0.4 mg PO
daily. In reviewing common side effects, what
information should the practical nurse (PN) provide
the client?
A) Report problems with sexual function.
B) Monitor respirations on a daily basis.
C) Increased libido may be experienced.
D) Weight gain may indicate fluid retention. -
....ANSWER...A) Report problems with sexual
function.
Feedback:
,Sexual dysfunction (A), such as impotence and
decreased libido, is a common complication of
antihypertensive medications in male clients.
Respiratory changes (B), increased libido (C), and
increased weight (D) do not commonly occur with
this antihypertensive.
A client who is receiving an antibiotic suddenly
develops hives. The practical nurse should report
that the client is most likely experiencing which type
of drug response?
A) Adverse response.
B) Hypersensitivity reaction.
C) Idiosyncratic reaction.
D) Multiple drug interaction. - ....ANSWER...B)
Hypersensitivity reaction.
Feedback:
Hives, a symptom of a hypersensitivity reaction (B),
involve an abnormal immune response and are not
uncommon with the use of antibiotics. Although (A,
C, and D) are unexpected pharmacologic reactions,
hives represent a life-threatening allergic response
and should be reported to ensure prompt
intervention.
,The healthcare provider prescribes cycloplegic and
mydriatic ophthalmic drops for a client who is having
a cataract removal. What explanation about the drug
actions should the practical nurse (PN) provide the
client?
A) Reduces intraocular pressure.
B) Relieves eye pain.
C) Treats conjunctivitis.
D) Dilates the pupil. - ....ANSWER...D) Dilates the
pupil.
Feedback:
Cycloplegic drugs cause ciliary paralysis, and
mydriatics dilate the pupil (D), which facilitates
access into the anterior chamber for removal of the
lens in cataract surgery. (A, B, and C) are incorrect
actions.
The practical nurse (PN) is assessing a client who
takes olanzapine (Zyprexa), an antipsychotic. Which
side effect should the PN most likely note in this
client?
A) Insomnia and irritability.
B) Hand tremors and tearing.
C) Nausea and frontal headache.
, D) Weight gain and constipation. - ....ANSWER...D)
Weight gain and constipation.
Feedback:
Olanzapine (Zyprexa), an atypical antipsychotic,
causes orthostatic hypotension, weight gain, and
anticholinergic effects, such as constipation (D).
Common anticholinergic side effects include dry
mouth, blurred vision, nasal stuffiness, weight gain,
difficulty urinating, decreased sweating, increased
sensitivity to sunlight, and constipation (D). (A, B, and
C) are not expected side effects of this medication.
The practical nurse (PN) discusses antihypertensive
drug therapy with several clients diagnosed with
high blood pressure. To improve client
understanding, the PN should emphasize that which
medication preserves renal function in a client with
diabetes?
A) Verapamil (Calan).
B) Captopril (Capoten).
C) Clonidine (Catapres).
D) Nifedipine (Procardia). - ....ANSWER...B) Captopril
(Capoten).
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