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4. The nurse is creating a class for older adults in the community. Which information about laxative use in older adults would be important to include? A) Laxative are not effective in older adults B) All laxative are exactly the same C) Over-the-counter laxatives are misused D) Laxatives can cause potassium retention

HESI Pharmacology Exam V5| 2021 / 2022 | Questions and Verified Answers (55 Q & A) QUESTION 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? a. Pancreatitis Answer: a. Pancreatitis Rationale: Asparaginase (Elspar) is contraindi...

HESI Pharmacology Exam Prep| Latest 2023/ 2024 Update| 100% Correct| Questions and Verified Answers | 1) An older client recently has been taking cimetidine (Tagamet). The nurse monitors the client for which most frequent central nervous system side effect of this medication? a. Tremors b. Dizziness c. Confusion d. Hallucinations Answer: c. Confusion 2) The client with a gastric ulcer has a prescription for sucralfate (Carafate), 1 g by mouth four times daily. T...

HESI Pharmacology Practice Exam| 2023/ 2024 Update | 100% Correct| Questions and Verified Answers Which International Normalized Ratio (INR) value indicates that warfarin (Coumadin) therapy is at a therapeutic range? Answer: 2.1 to 3.0 QUESTION What side effect should the practical nurse (PN) report to the healthcare provider for a client who is taking prednisone (Deltasone)? Answer: Gastric bleeding QUESTION The practical nurse (PN) is caring for a client...

HESI Pharmacology Exam Prep| Latest 2023/ 2024 Update | 100% Correct| Questions and Verified Answers It is important to notify the nurse immediately is burning at the IV site when giving potassium because this can result in Answer: necrosis of the tissue QUESTION Can potassium be given in a fast IV push? Answer: NO, always diluted at a rate of 10 mEq/hr for peripheral 20 mEq/hr for central line Requires an infusion pump IV site should be assessed every hour ...

HESI Pharmacology Exam V4| 2023 / 2024 Update | Questions and Verified Answers (55 Q & A) QUESTION The nurse is caring for a client receiving regular insulin prescribed per sliding scale. If a regular insulin is administered at 0730, which additional nursing action is indicated for this client? a. Ensure that the client eats breakfast. b. Assess the client for hypoglycemia around 1500. c. Provide a mid-afternoon snack for the client. d. Perform a glucometer reading at 1000. A...

HESI Pharmacology Exam V3| 2023 / 2024 Update | Questions and Verified Answers (55 Q & A) QUESTION a client with heart failure, who is taking furosemide, complains of muscle cramps and weakness in the lower extremities. Which action should the nurse implement? Collect blood for serum electrolytes Encourage the use of salt with meals Restrict potassium rich foods Stretch the foot into dorsiflexoin Answer: Collect blood for serum electrolytes QUESTION a client with a hi...