NUR 2140 - Exam 3 Questions And
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Which of the following actions by the nurse is most important when
caring for a patient with renal disease who has an order for
furosemide (Lasix)?
a. Assess urine output and renal laboratory values for signs of
nephrotoxicity
b. Check the specific gravity of the urine daily
c. Eliminate potassium-rich foods from the diet
d. Encourage the patient to void every 4 hours - - -
correct answer ✅a. Assess urine output and renal laboratory
values for signs of nephrotoxicity
The patient admitted for heart failure has been receiving
hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide). Which of the following laboratory
values should the nurse carefully monitor? Select all that apply.
a. Platelet count
b. WBC (white blood cell) count
,NUR 2140 - Exam 3 Questions And
Answers Latest Update
c. Potassium (K+)
d. Sodium (Na+)
e. Uric acid - - -
correct answer ✅c. Potassium (K+)
d. Sodium (Na+)
e. Uric acid
Which of the following manifestations may indicate that the patient
taking metolazone (Zeroxolyn) is experiencing hypokalemia (low
potassium levels)?
a. Hypertension (high blood pressure)
b. Polydipsia (increased thirst)
c. Cardiac dysrhythmias
,NUR 2140 - Exam 3 Questions And
Answers Latest Update
d. Skin rash - - -
correct answer ✅c. Cardiac dysrhythmias
The nurse is providing teaching to a patient who has been
prescribed furosemide (Lasix). Which of the following should the
nurse teach the patient?
a. Avoid consuming large amounts of kale, cauliflower, or cabbage
b. Rise slowly from a lying or sitting position to standing
c. Count the pulse for one full minute before taking this medication
d. Restrict the fluid intake to no more than 1 L per 24-hour period -
--
correct answer ✅b. Rise slowly from a lying or sitting position to
standing
While planning for a patient's discharge from the hospital, which of
the following teaching points would be included for a patient going
home with a prescription for chlorothiazide (Diuril)?
, NUR 2140 - Exam 3 Questions And
Answers Latest Update
a. Increase fluid and salt intake to make up for the losses caused by
the drug
b. Increase intake of vitamin-C rich foods such as grapefruit and
oranges
c. Report muscle cramping or weakness to the healthcare provider
(HCP)
d. Take the drug at night because it may cause drowsiness - - -
correct answer ✅c. Report muscle cramping or weakness to the
healthcare provider (HCP)
A patient with a history of heart failure will be started on
spironolactone (Aldactone). Which of the following drug groups
should not be used, or used with extreme caution in patients taking
potassium-sparing diuretics?
a. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
b. Corticosteroids
Answers Latest Update
Which of the following actions by the nurse is most important when
caring for a patient with renal disease who has an order for
furosemide (Lasix)?
a. Assess urine output and renal laboratory values for signs of
nephrotoxicity
b. Check the specific gravity of the urine daily
c. Eliminate potassium-rich foods from the diet
d. Encourage the patient to void every 4 hours - - -
correct answer ✅a. Assess urine output and renal laboratory
values for signs of nephrotoxicity
The patient admitted for heart failure has been receiving
hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide). Which of the following laboratory
values should the nurse carefully monitor? Select all that apply.
a. Platelet count
b. WBC (white blood cell) count
,NUR 2140 - Exam 3 Questions And
Answers Latest Update
c. Potassium (K+)
d. Sodium (Na+)
e. Uric acid - - -
correct answer ✅c. Potassium (K+)
d. Sodium (Na+)
e. Uric acid
Which of the following manifestations may indicate that the patient
taking metolazone (Zeroxolyn) is experiencing hypokalemia (low
potassium levels)?
a. Hypertension (high blood pressure)
b. Polydipsia (increased thirst)
c. Cardiac dysrhythmias
,NUR 2140 - Exam 3 Questions And
Answers Latest Update
d. Skin rash - - -
correct answer ✅c. Cardiac dysrhythmias
The nurse is providing teaching to a patient who has been
prescribed furosemide (Lasix). Which of the following should the
nurse teach the patient?
a. Avoid consuming large amounts of kale, cauliflower, or cabbage
b. Rise slowly from a lying or sitting position to standing
c. Count the pulse for one full minute before taking this medication
d. Restrict the fluid intake to no more than 1 L per 24-hour period -
--
correct answer ✅b. Rise slowly from a lying or sitting position to
standing
While planning for a patient's discharge from the hospital, which of
the following teaching points would be included for a patient going
home with a prescription for chlorothiazide (Diuril)?
, NUR 2140 - Exam 3 Questions And
Answers Latest Update
a. Increase fluid and salt intake to make up for the losses caused by
the drug
b. Increase intake of vitamin-C rich foods such as grapefruit and
oranges
c. Report muscle cramping or weakness to the healthcare provider
(HCP)
d. Take the drug at night because it may cause drowsiness - - -
correct answer ✅c. Report muscle cramping or weakness to the
healthcare provider (HCP)
A patient with a history of heart failure will be started on
spironolactone (Aldactone). Which of the following drug groups
should not be used, or used with extreme caution in patients taking
potassium-sparing diuretics?
a. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
b. Corticosteroids
