WGU D441 PHARMACOLOGY ANALGESICS HESI
QUESTIONS
A client is Experiencing toxicity to Acetaminophen. Which of the following antidotes
must be given to the client to counteract the toxicity of the analgesic drug? - Answers -
Acetylcysteine
A client presents with mild joint pain and has been taking over-the-counter
acetaminophen for the treatment of his symptoms. The client has a history of alcohol
abuse. Based on the current medication and social history of the client, which of the
following is the client at risk for developing? - Answers - Hepatotoxicity
Which of the following analgesics is a preferred choice for breastfeeding woman? -
Answers - Acetaminophen
A client is receiving patient-controlled analgesia (PCA). When is it appropriate to notify
the healthcare provider (HCP) for an increase in dosage? - Answers - When the client
attempts are two times the dose of medication given.
A client with rheumatoid arthritis is educated to take ibuprofen to relieve the symptoms.
Which of the following must the nurse educate the client on the safety of the analgesic
drug? Select all that apply. - Answers - Dont Take on Empty Stomach
Dont Take Vitamin E Supplements
Dont Take Gingko Supplements
Which of the following clients must avoid using non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
(NSAIDs)? Select all that apply. - Answers - A Client with Asthma/NasalPolyps, A
Client with Peptic Ulcer Disease, A Client with a Recent Nephrectomy, Not good for
patients with Renal Disease
Most Common Long-Term Side Effects for Opioids - Answers - Constipation
Which is a priority nursing intervention for a client receiving IV Opioids for pain? -
Answers - Assess for signs of respiratory depression because Assessment comes
before Intervention
A client with a recent diagnosis of gout is seeking effective treatment for pain. Which of
the following analgesic drugs is most appropriate for this client? - Answers - Naproxen
N: Naproxen
S: Salicylic Acid
A: Acetylsylic Acid
I: Ibuprofen and another I med (Written in Notes)
K: Ketoralac
, Which of the following topical agents is effective for relieving rheumatoid arthritis pain in
adult clients? - Answers - Topical agents or analgesic creams that contain capsaicin
are most effective for joint problems/pain like arthritis. Capsaicins are often combined
with NSAIDs for an effective treatment than oral meds alone.
A client presents with severe frostbite. The nurse begins rewarming the affected area.
Which of the following may be necessary for the treatment of pain caused by the
rewarming process? - Answers - The rewarming process may be painful, therefore
requiring topical analgesic (Capsaicin) to numb the affected area.
A client experiences nausea and vomiting after applying a fentanyl patch for chronic
pain. Which of the following nursing priorities should the nurse teach the client about
long-term use of a fentanyl patch? - Answers - Inform the client that tolerance may
develop.
A client suspected of opioid overdose experiences respiratory depression and
hypotension. Which of the following antidotes must be given to the client to counteract
the toxicity of the analgesic drug? - Answers - Naloxone
A client is prescribed a topical analgesic containing Capsaicin. Which of the following
must the nurse educate the client when applying the cream? - Answers - Avoid the use
of heating pads as that could cause increased absorption and causing chemical burns
Which of the following is the most common pharmacological agent given for mild to
moderate pain? - Answers - Naproxen
A client with osteoarthritis presents with joint pain. Along with ibuprofen to relieve
inflammation, which of the following is recommended? - Answers - Use topical
analgesics on the affected area
Patches of Fentanyl - Answers - Remove old patch before Applying a new one
A client is receiving patient-controlled analgesia (PCA). Which priority teaching is
needed for proper administration of the medication via PCA pump? - Answers - The
patient can themselves only push the button to deliver med, not any doc nurse family
mem or anyone else
A nurse applies a fentanyl patch to a client with chronic pain. Which of the following side
effects must the nurse educate the client regarding the fentanyl patch? - Answers -
Constipation
During an overdose of acetaminophen, which of the following labs must the nurse
monitor? - Answers - AST and ALT as they are Liver Labs and Acetaminophen causes
liver toxicity
QUESTIONS
A client is Experiencing toxicity to Acetaminophen. Which of the following antidotes
must be given to the client to counteract the toxicity of the analgesic drug? - Answers -
Acetylcysteine
A client presents with mild joint pain and has been taking over-the-counter
acetaminophen for the treatment of his symptoms. The client has a history of alcohol
abuse. Based on the current medication and social history of the client, which of the
following is the client at risk for developing? - Answers - Hepatotoxicity
Which of the following analgesics is a preferred choice for breastfeeding woman? -
Answers - Acetaminophen
A client is receiving patient-controlled analgesia (PCA). When is it appropriate to notify
the healthcare provider (HCP) for an increase in dosage? - Answers - When the client
attempts are two times the dose of medication given.
A client with rheumatoid arthritis is educated to take ibuprofen to relieve the symptoms.
Which of the following must the nurse educate the client on the safety of the analgesic
drug? Select all that apply. - Answers - Dont Take on Empty Stomach
Dont Take Vitamin E Supplements
Dont Take Gingko Supplements
Which of the following clients must avoid using non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
(NSAIDs)? Select all that apply. - Answers - A Client with Asthma/NasalPolyps, A
Client with Peptic Ulcer Disease, A Client with a Recent Nephrectomy, Not good for
patients with Renal Disease
Most Common Long-Term Side Effects for Opioids - Answers - Constipation
Which is a priority nursing intervention for a client receiving IV Opioids for pain? -
Answers - Assess for signs of respiratory depression because Assessment comes
before Intervention
A client with a recent diagnosis of gout is seeking effective treatment for pain. Which of
the following analgesic drugs is most appropriate for this client? - Answers - Naproxen
N: Naproxen
S: Salicylic Acid
A: Acetylsylic Acid
I: Ibuprofen and another I med (Written in Notes)
K: Ketoralac
, Which of the following topical agents is effective for relieving rheumatoid arthritis pain in
adult clients? - Answers - Topical agents or analgesic creams that contain capsaicin
are most effective for joint problems/pain like arthritis. Capsaicins are often combined
with NSAIDs for an effective treatment than oral meds alone.
A client presents with severe frostbite. The nurse begins rewarming the affected area.
Which of the following may be necessary for the treatment of pain caused by the
rewarming process? - Answers - The rewarming process may be painful, therefore
requiring topical analgesic (Capsaicin) to numb the affected area.
A client experiences nausea and vomiting after applying a fentanyl patch for chronic
pain. Which of the following nursing priorities should the nurse teach the client about
long-term use of a fentanyl patch? - Answers - Inform the client that tolerance may
develop.
A client suspected of opioid overdose experiences respiratory depression and
hypotension. Which of the following antidotes must be given to the client to counteract
the toxicity of the analgesic drug? - Answers - Naloxone
A client is prescribed a topical analgesic containing Capsaicin. Which of the following
must the nurse educate the client when applying the cream? - Answers - Avoid the use
of heating pads as that could cause increased absorption and causing chemical burns
Which of the following is the most common pharmacological agent given for mild to
moderate pain? - Answers - Naproxen
A client with osteoarthritis presents with joint pain. Along with ibuprofen to relieve
inflammation, which of the following is recommended? - Answers - Use topical
analgesics on the affected area
Patches of Fentanyl - Answers - Remove old patch before Applying a new one
A client is receiving patient-controlled analgesia (PCA). Which priority teaching is
needed for proper administration of the medication via PCA pump? - Answers - The
patient can themselves only push the button to deliver med, not any doc nurse family
mem or anyone else
A nurse applies a fentanyl patch to a client with chronic pain. Which of the following side
effects must the nurse educate the client regarding the fentanyl patch? - Answers -
Constipation
During an overdose of acetaminophen, which of the following labs must the nurse
monitor? - Answers - AST and ALT as they are Liver Labs and Acetaminophen causes
liver toxicity
