WGU D441 (New 2026/ 2027 Update)
Pharmacology Questions & Answers
{Grade A} 100% Correct (Verified
Solutions)
A client with anemia secondary to chronic kidney disease (CKD) started a prescription
for epoetin alfa two months ago. Which client finding best indicates that the medication
is effective?
Reference Range:Hemoglobin (Hgb) [14 to 18 g/dl. (8.7 to 11.2 mmol/L)]
A. Food diary shows increased consumption of iron-rich foods.
B. Reports of increased energy levels and decreased fatigue.
C. Takes concurrent iron therapy without adverse effects.
D. Hemoglobin level increased to 12 g/dL (7.45 mmol/L). - Correct answer D.
Hemoglobin level increased to 12 g/dL (7.45 mmol/L).
The nurse is teaching a client who has been diagnosed with human immunodeficiency
virus (HIV) about the antiretroviral medication regimen. Which statement provided by
the client requires additional instruction by the nurse?
,A. The viral load can be decreased to an undetectable level.
B. Antiretroviral medication prevents the transmission of the virus.
C. The medications can decrease acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) related
complications.
D. HIV infection is not cured by the antiretroviral regimen. - Correct answer B.
Antiretroviral medication prevents the transmission of the virus.
client with allergic rhinitis is taking the over-the-counter antihistamine
diphenhydramine HCL. Which instruction is most important for the nurse to provide
this client?
A. Do not take the medication more than once every 8 hours.
B. Take the medication with food to prevent gastric upset.
C. Avoid driving, since this medication causes drowsiness.
D. Use sugarless candy or gum to help prevent a dry mout - Correct answer C. Avoid
driving, since this medication causes drowsiness
,To control asthma, a client in a residential treatment facility uses a fluticasone
propionate and salmeterol discus inhalation system, which provides an inhaled
powdered form of these combined medications. Which instruction should the nurse
provide to this client's caregivers?
A. Clients using the discus may experience decreased blood pressure.
B. Explain that the client should not use the discus more than twice daily.
C. When using the discus, have the client breathe out rapidly into the mouthpiece.
D. Offer the discus to the client for use during an acute asthma attack - Correct
answer B. Explain that the client should not use the discus more than twice daily.
Which action should the nurse implement to assess the effectiveness of amlodipine?
A. Monitor the client's serum electrolytes.
B. Measure the client's blood pressure.
C. Review the client's intake and output.
D. Note the client's serum calcium levels. - Correct answer B. Measure the client's
blood pressure
, A client who is newly diagnosed with diabetes insipidus (DI) is receiving a synthetic
vasopressin intravenously. Which side effect of vasopressin reported by the client
should the nurse report to the healthcare provider?
A. Worsening headache.
B. Low urine specific gravity.
C. Polyuria.
D. Polydipsia. - Correct answer A. Worsening headache.
A female client with a history of peptic ulcer disease receives a prescription for
misoprostol. Which information provided by the client indicates to the nurse a need for
further teaching?
A. Begin therapy 1 week before the next normal menstrual cycle.
B. Call the healthcare provider immediately if there is a chance of conception.
C. Use condoms and a backup method of birth control to prevent pregnancy.
Pharmacology Questions & Answers
{Grade A} 100% Correct (Verified
Solutions)
A client with anemia secondary to chronic kidney disease (CKD) started a prescription
for epoetin alfa two months ago. Which client finding best indicates that the medication
is effective?
Reference Range:Hemoglobin (Hgb) [14 to 18 g/dl. (8.7 to 11.2 mmol/L)]
A. Food diary shows increased consumption of iron-rich foods.
B. Reports of increased energy levels and decreased fatigue.
C. Takes concurrent iron therapy without adverse effects.
D. Hemoglobin level increased to 12 g/dL (7.45 mmol/L). - Correct answer D.
Hemoglobin level increased to 12 g/dL (7.45 mmol/L).
The nurse is teaching a client who has been diagnosed with human immunodeficiency
virus (HIV) about the antiretroviral medication regimen. Which statement provided by
the client requires additional instruction by the nurse?
,A. The viral load can be decreased to an undetectable level.
B. Antiretroviral medication prevents the transmission of the virus.
C. The medications can decrease acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) related
complications.
D. HIV infection is not cured by the antiretroviral regimen. - Correct answer B.
Antiretroviral medication prevents the transmission of the virus.
client with allergic rhinitis is taking the over-the-counter antihistamine
diphenhydramine HCL. Which instruction is most important for the nurse to provide
this client?
A. Do not take the medication more than once every 8 hours.
B. Take the medication with food to prevent gastric upset.
C. Avoid driving, since this medication causes drowsiness.
D. Use sugarless candy or gum to help prevent a dry mout - Correct answer C. Avoid
driving, since this medication causes drowsiness
,To control asthma, a client in a residential treatment facility uses a fluticasone
propionate and salmeterol discus inhalation system, which provides an inhaled
powdered form of these combined medications. Which instruction should the nurse
provide to this client's caregivers?
A. Clients using the discus may experience decreased blood pressure.
B. Explain that the client should not use the discus more than twice daily.
C. When using the discus, have the client breathe out rapidly into the mouthpiece.
D. Offer the discus to the client for use during an acute asthma attack - Correct
answer B. Explain that the client should not use the discus more than twice daily.
Which action should the nurse implement to assess the effectiveness of amlodipine?
A. Monitor the client's serum electrolytes.
B. Measure the client's blood pressure.
C. Review the client's intake and output.
D. Note the client's serum calcium levels. - Correct answer B. Measure the client's
blood pressure
, A client who is newly diagnosed with diabetes insipidus (DI) is receiving a synthetic
vasopressin intravenously. Which side effect of vasopressin reported by the client
should the nurse report to the healthcare provider?
A. Worsening headache.
B. Low urine specific gravity.
C. Polyuria.
D. Polydipsia. - Correct answer A. Worsening headache.
A female client with a history of peptic ulcer disease receives a prescription for
misoprostol. Which information provided by the client indicates to the nurse a need for
further teaching?
A. Begin therapy 1 week before the next normal menstrual cycle.
B. Call the healthcare provider immediately if there is a chance of conception.
C. Use condoms and a backup method of birth control to prevent pregnancy.
