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What is the primary action of insulin in the body?
a) To increase glucose production in the liver
✔✔b) To facilitate the uptake of glucose into cells
c) To increase fat storage in adipose tissue
d) To inhibit protein synthesis
Which lab value should be monitored closely when administering warfarin?
a) Platelet count
b) Liver enzymes
✔✔c) International normalized ratio (INR)
d) Potassium levels
What is a common side effect of opioids that nurses should monitor for?
✔✔a) Constipation
b) Increased appetite
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,c) Insomnia
d) Hypotension
Which medication is commonly used to treat bacterial infections?
✔✔a) Amoxicillin
b) Acetaminophen
c) Metformin
d) Furosemide
What is the most important consideration when administering a thrombolytic drug to a patient
with a myocardial infarction?
a) Blood pressure
✔✔b) Time since the onset of symptoms
c) Heart rate
d) Respiratory rate
Which of the following medications is used to treat hypertension by relaxing blood vessels?
✔✔a) Lisinopril
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,b) Metoprolol
c) Furosemide
d) Digoxin
What is the primary action of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) in the treatment of gastric acid
disorders?
a) Neutralize stomach acid
✔✔b) Inhibit the production of stomach acid
c) Stimulate gastric acid secretion
d) Protect the stomach lining
When should a nurse administer a statin to a patient for managing hyperlipidemia?
a) After meals
✔✔b) In the evening
c) In the morning
d) Before meals
What is the most serious side effect of potassium-sparing diuretics?
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, ✔✔a) Hyperkalemia
b) Hypokalemia
c) Hypertension
d) Tachycardia
What is the appropriate nursing action if a patient experiences an allergic reaction after receiving
penicillin?
a) Monitor vital signs
✔✔b) Discontinue the medication and notify the healthcare provider
c) Administer an antihistamine
d) Observe for 24 hours for further reactions
Which class of drugs is commonly prescribed for anxiety and panic disorders?
✔✔a) Benzodiazepines
b) Antipsychotics
c) Antihistamines
d) Beta-blockers
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