Pharmacology 4 Questions and Answers
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A nurse is monitoring a client for adverse effects of iron dextran given IM. Which of the
following findings is most concerning?
✔✔ Shortness of breath and chest tightness
Darkened stool
Mild injection site pain
Nausea
Which of the following is a contraindication for epoetin alfa administration?
Anemia related to chemotherapy
Chronic kidney disease
✔✔ Uncontrolled hypertension
HIV-related anemia
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,A nurse is reviewing the medication list of a client who takes warfarin. Which of the following
medications increases the risk of bleeding?
Metformin
✔✔ Aspirin
Lisinopril
Albuterol
Which client is at greatest risk for iron-deficiency anemia?
A client taking calcium supplements
✔✔ A menstruating adolescent girl
An adult male with a high-protein diet
A toddler who drinks soy milk
Which of the following assessments is most important before administering warfarin?
Urine output
✔✔ Recent INR value
Lung sounds
Blood glucose level
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, Which of the following findings indicates a need to hold the next dose of enoxaparin?
Platelet count 250,000/mm³
✔✔ Occult blood in stool
Heart rate 82 bpm
BP 128/72 mmHg
Which instruction should a nurse provide to a client taking ferrous sulfate for anemia?
✔✔ Take on an empty stomach for best absorption
Avoid all citrus fruits
Take with dairy products
Crush the tablet before swallowing
Which medication should be used with caution in clients with a history of GI ulcers?
✔✔ Clopidogrel
Epoetin alfa
Filgrastim
Iron dextran
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