PHARMACOLOGY HESI RN 2026-2027 TEST BANK
EXAM LATEST ACTUAL EXAM 55 QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED
A+|BRAND NEW!!
A client who was prescribed atorvastatin (Lipitor) one
month ago calls the triage nurse at the clinic complaining
of muscle pain and weakness in his legs. Which statement
reflects the correct drug-specific teaching the nurse should
provide to this client?
A) Increase consumption of potassium-rich foods since
low potassium levels can cause muscle spasms.
B) Have serum electrolytes checked at the next scheduled
appointment to assess hyponatremia, a cause of
cramping.
,C) Make an appointment to see the healthcare provider,
because muscle pain may be an indication of a serious
side effect.
D) Be sure to consume a low-cholesterol diet while taking
the drug to enhance the effectiveness of the drug. -
ANSWER-C) Make an appointment to see the healthcare
provider, because muscle pain may be an indication of a
serious side effect.
vincristine (Oncovin). The nurse monitors the client,
knowing that which of the following indicates a side effect
specific to this medication?
1. Diarrhea
2. Hair loss
,3. Chest pain
4. Numbness and tingling in the fingers and toes -
ANSWER-4. Numbness and tingling in the fingers and
toes
Rationale:
A side effect specific to vincristine is peripheral
neuropathy, which occurs in almost every client. Peripheral
neuropathy can be manifested as numbness and tingling
in the fingers and toes. Depression of the Achilles tendon
reflex may be the first clinical sign indicating peripheral
neuropathy. Constipation rather than diarrhea is most
likely to occur with this medication, although diarrhea may
occur occasionally. Hair loss occurs with nearly all the
antineoplastic medications. Chest pain is unrelated to this
medication
, 18.) The nurse is reviewing the history and physical
examination of a client who will be receiving asparaginase
(Elspar), an antineoplastic agent. The nurse consults with
the registered nurse regarding the administration of the
medication if which of the following is documented in the
client's history?
1. Pancreatitis
2. Diabetes mellitus
3. Myocardial infarction
4. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease - ANSWER-1.
Pancreatitis
Rationale:
EXAM LATEST ACTUAL EXAM 55 QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED
A+|BRAND NEW!!
A client who was prescribed atorvastatin (Lipitor) one
month ago calls the triage nurse at the clinic complaining
of muscle pain and weakness in his legs. Which statement
reflects the correct drug-specific teaching the nurse should
provide to this client?
A) Increase consumption of potassium-rich foods since
low potassium levels can cause muscle spasms.
B) Have serum electrolytes checked at the next scheduled
appointment to assess hyponatremia, a cause of
cramping.
,C) Make an appointment to see the healthcare provider,
because muscle pain may be an indication of a serious
side effect.
D) Be sure to consume a low-cholesterol diet while taking
the drug to enhance the effectiveness of the drug. -
ANSWER-C) Make an appointment to see the healthcare
provider, because muscle pain may be an indication of a
serious side effect.
vincristine (Oncovin). The nurse monitors the client,
knowing that which of the following indicates a side effect
specific to this medication?
1. Diarrhea
2. Hair loss
,3. Chest pain
4. Numbness and tingling in the fingers and toes -
ANSWER-4. Numbness and tingling in the fingers and
toes
Rationale:
A side effect specific to vincristine is peripheral
neuropathy, which occurs in almost every client. Peripheral
neuropathy can be manifested as numbness and tingling
in the fingers and toes. Depression of the Achilles tendon
reflex may be the first clinical sign indicating peripheral
neuropathy. Constipation rather than diarrhea is most
likely to occur with this medication, although diarrhea may
occur occasionally. Hair loss occurs with nearly all the
antineoplastic medications. Chest pain is unrelated to this
medication
, 18.) The nurse is reviewing the history and physical
examination of a client who will be receiving asparaginase
(Elspar), an antineoplastic agent. The nurse consults with
the registered nurse regarding the administration of the
medication if which of the following is documented in the
client's history?
1. Pancreatitis
2. Diabetes mellitus
3. Myocardial infarction
4. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease - ANSWER-1.
Pancreatitis
Rationale:
