Chapter 17 Pharm Test Bank with perfect answers 2024

The nurse is performing a medication history on a patient who plans to begin using phentermine HCl as an appetite suppressant. The nurse knows that phentermine should be avoided in patients with which of the following? a. Hypertension b. Hyperthyroidism c. Glaucoma d. All of the above correct answersD The nurse is caring for a 7-year-old child who has difficulty concentrating and completing tasks and who cannot seem to sit still. Which diagnostic test may be ordered to assist with a diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in this child? a. Computerized tomography (CT) of the head b. Electrocardiogram (ECG) c. Electroencephalogram (EEG) d. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the brain correct answersC A patient has been using an amphetamine drug as an anorexiant for several weeks and asks the nurse about long-term adverse effects of this type of medication. The nurse will explain to the patient that these drugs a. can cause cardiac dysrhythmias/palpitations with continued use. b. contribute to the development of narcolepsy. c. do not have severe effects when used properly. d. will cause orthostatic hypotension. correct answersA The nurse is teaching a child and a parent about taking methylphenidate (Ritalin) to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Which statement by the parent indicates understanding of the teaching? a. "I should give this drug to my child at bedtime." b. "My child should avoid products containing caffeine." c. "The drug should be stopped immediately if my child develops aggression." d. "We should monitor my child's weight since weight gain is common." correct answersB