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RASMUSSEN PHARM EXAM 2 NEWEST 2025/2026 ACTUAL EXAM
WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
(100% VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+| ||PROFESSOR
VERIFIED||
A client taking atorvastatin begins to complain of muscle aches,
fatigue, and weakness. Which of the following should the nurse
monitor? - ANSWER-The client's creatine kinase (CK) levels
A client with a history of previous myocardial infarction (MI) will be
prescribed a calcium channel blocker in addition to nitroglycerin to
treat his chronic stable angina. What other measures may be
added to the regimen to prevent further MI and death? (SATA) -
ANSWER-- Aspirin to decrease platelet aggregation
- Lovastatin to lower cholesterol and slow progression of coronary
artery disease(CAD)
- Addition of heart-healthy diet and exercise
A 54-year-old client with a history of hypertension is experiencing
a cough, runny nose, congestion, and fever. The nurse educates
the client to avoid which of the following over-the-counter
medications? - ANSWER-Sympathomimetics
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A client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD)
begins treatment with an inhaled glucocorticoid and an inhaled
short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist (SABA). Which statement
by the client indicates an understanding of teaching regarding this
medication regimen? - ANSWER-"In addition to decreasing
inflammation, the glucocorticoid may help my SABA work better".
A client who recently started therapy with an HMG-COA reductase
inhibitor asks the nurse, "How long will it take until I see an effect
on my low-density lipoprotein(LDL) cholesterol?". What is the
nurse's best response? - ANSWER-"A reduction usually is seen
within two weeks"
The new graduate nurse would question the order for laxative
administration in which of the following clients? (SATA) -
ANSWER-An 18-year-old female trying to lose five more pounds
for a beauty pageant.
A nurse is discussing how beta-blockers work to decrease blood
pressure with a nursing student. Which statement by the student
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indicates a need for additional teaching? - ANSWER-"Beta-
blockers block the actions of alpha receptor sites"
A client with chronic hypertension is admitted to the hospital.
During the admission assessment, the nurse notes a heart rate of
96 beats/min, a blood pressure of 150/90 mm Hg, bibasilar
crackles, 2+ pitting edema of the ankles, and distension of the
jugular veins. What medication would be nurse expect the
provider to order? - ANSWER-Furosemide
A client's health care provider has recommended bulk-forming
laxatives for occasional constipation. Which statement by the
client indicates an understanding of the teaching about this
medication? - ANSWER-"I should take each dose with a full glass
of water"
A nurse is caring for a client after hip replacement surgery. The
client has been receiving iron replacement therapy for two days,
and the nurse observes the client's stools appear black tarry
stool, complains of fatigue, heart rate is 98 beats/min, respirations
are 20 breathes per minute, and the blood pressure is 100/50 mm
RASMUSSEN PHARM EXAM 2 NEWEST 2025/2026 ACTUAL EXAM
WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
(100% VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+| ||PROFESSOR
VERIFIED||
A client taking atorvastatin begins to complain of muscle aches,
fatigue, and weakness. Which of the following should the nurse
monitor? - ANSWER-The client's creatine kinase (CK) levels
A client with a history of previous myocardial infarction (MI) will be
prescribed a calcium channel blocker in addition to nitroglycerin to
treat his chronic stable angina. What other measures may be
added to the regimen to prevent further MI and death? (SATA) -
ANSWER-- Aspirin to decrease platelet aggregation
- Lovastatin to lower cholesterol and slow progression of coronary
artery disease(CAD)
- Addition of heart-healthy diet and exercise
A 54-year-old client with a history of hypertension is experiencing
a cough, runny nose, congestion, and fever. The nurse educates
the client to avoid which of the following over-the-counter
medications? - ANSWER-Sympathomimetics
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A client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD)
begins treatment with an inhaled glucocorticoid and an inhaled
short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist (SABA). Which statement
by the client indicates an understanding of teaching regarding this
medication regimen? - ANSWER-"In addition to decreasing
inflammation, the glucocorticoid may help my SABA work better".
A client who recently started therapy with an HMG-COA reductase
inhibitor asks the nurse, "How long will it take until I see an effect
on my low-density lipoprotein(LDL) cholesterol?". What is the
nurse's best response? - ANSWER-"A reduction usually is seen
within two weeks"
The new graduate nurse would question the order for laxative
administration in which of the following clients? (SATA) -
ANSWER-An 18-year-old female trying to lose five more pounds
for a beauty pageant.
A nurse is discussing how beta-blockers work to decrease blood
pressure with a nursing student. Which statement by the student
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indicates a need for additional teaching? - ANSWER-"Beta-
blockers block the actions of alpha receptor sites"
A client with chronic hypertension is admitted to the hospital.
During the admission assessment, the nurse notes a heart rate of
96 beats/min, a blood pressure of 150/90 mm Hg, bibasilar
crackles, 2+ pitting edema of the ankles, and distension of the
jugular veins. What medication would be nurse expect the
provider to order? - ANSWER-Furosemide
A client's health care provider has recommended bulk-forming
laxatives for occasional constipation. Which statement by the
client indicates an understanding of the teaching about this
medication? - ANSWER-"I should take each dose with a full glass
of water"
A nurse is caring for a client after hip replacement surgery. The
client has been receiving iron replacement therapy for two days,
and the nurse observes the client's stools appear black tarry
stool, complains of fatigue, heart rate is 98 beats/min, respirations
are 20 breathes per minute, and the blood pressure is 100/50 mm
