Introductory Clinical Pharmacology

TEST BANK INTRODUCTORY CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY 12TH EDITION By Susan M Ford 1. A client with biliary colic has been prescribed atropine. The nurse should question this order after discovering which disorder in the client's past history? A) Hepatic disease B) Benign prostatic hypertrophy C) Myocardial infarction D) Urinary retention Answer: C Rationale: The nurse should know that the use of atropine is contraindicated in clients with myocardial infarction. Other contraindications includ...

TEST BANK INTRODUCTORY CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY 12TH EDITION By Susan M Ford 1. The nurse has completed teaching a client about the prescribed upper respiratory drug. The nurse determines additional teaching is warranted when the client chooses which finding as requiring further assessment? A) Cough changes from nonproductive to productive. B) Sputum appears clear. C) Sputum increases. D) Shortness of breath occurs. Answer: B Rationale: The client should notify their primary health care ...

TEST BANK INTRODUCTORY CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY 12TH EDITION By Susan M Ford 1. A nurse is teaching a client with gout the importance of getting adequate fluids. The nurse determines the session is successful when the client correctly plans to drink at least how much fluid each day? A) 1000 mL B) 1500 mL C) 2000 mL D) 3000 mL Answer: D Rationale: A client with gout is encouraged to drink at least 3000 mL of fluid per day to promote uric acid excretion. Question format: Multiple Choice ...

TEST BANK INTRODUCTORY CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY 12TH EDITION By Susan M Ford 1. The nurse is preparing to administer pramipexole to a client with Parkinson disease. The nurse notes the client is also prescribed verapamil. Which potential reaction should the nurse prioritize for careful monitoring? A) Cardiac symptoms B) Agonist effectiveness C) Toxicity of both drugs D) Psychotic behavior Answer: B Rationale: The nurse should assess for an increased risk of agonist effectiveness in the ...

TEST BANK INTRODUCTORY CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY 12TH EDITION By Susan M Ford 1. A client has been prescribed pyridostigmine for myasthenia gravis. The nurse would be alert for the development of which adverse reaction following the administration? A) Seizure disorder B) Reduction of visual acuity C) Abdominal discomfort D) Cardiac arrhythmias Answer: D Rationale: The nurse should monitor for cardiac arrhythmias as a general adverse reaction in the client. Seizure disorder, reduction of ...