Hematology Actual Questions and Correct Answers
Q1
A client is prescribed a liquid iron preparation that has the potential to stain the teeth. The
nurse should instruct the client to take which action to prevent staining of the teeth? Brush the
teeth before drinking the iron. Drink the iron undiluted for maximal effect. Dilute more than the
amount prescribed to obtain the correct dosage. Dilute the iron in juice, drink it through a
straw, and rinse the mouth afterward.
Answer: Brush the teeth before drinking the iron.
Q2
A client is scheduled to take ticlopidine. The nurse plans to take which action before
implementing this medication therapy? Take the client's blood pressure. Obtain a prothrombin
time (PT). Take the client's apical heart rate. Review the results of the complete blood cell
(CBC) count.
Answer: Take the client's blood pressure.
Q3
Which finding on the client's record would indicate a need to contact the HCP before initiating
the medication prescription? Neutropenia Client history of stroke Client history of hypertension
Complaints of gastrointestinal disturbances Neutropenia Rationale:
Answer: Neutropenia
Q4
The nurse is monitoring a client who is receiving epoetin alfa for adverse effects of the
medication. Which finding indicates a side/adverse effect? Diarrhea Depression 3.Bradycardia
Answer: Diarrhea
Q5
4.Hypertension 4.Hypertension Rationale:
Answer: 4.Hypertension 4.Hypertension Rationale:
, Q6
A client with chronic kidney disease is receiving ferrous sulfate. The nurse instructs the client
that which finding is a common side/adverse effect associated with this medication? 1.Fatigue
Headache Weakness Constipation Constipation Rationale:
Answer: Headache
Q7
What is the most appropriate nursing intervention? Inject via an infusion device. Inject ½ inch
(1.25 cm) from the umbilicus. Massage the injection site after administration. Avoid aspirating
prior to injecting the medication.
Answer: Inject via an infusion device.
Q8
A client is being discharged to home
Answer: 4.Reduces the risk of deep vein thrombosis
Q9
1.Relieves joint pain
Answer: treat the conditions listed in options 1, 2, or 3.
Q10
2.Dissolves urinary calculi
Answer: 2.Dissolves urinary calculi
Q11
3.Stops progression of multiple
Answer: 3.Stops progression of multiple
Q12
4.Reduces the risk of deep vein
Answer: 4.Reduces the risk of deep vein
Q1
A client is prescribed a liquid iron preparation that has the potential to stain the teeth. The
nurse should instruct the client to take which action to prevent staining of the teeth? Brush the
teeth before drinking the iron. Drink the iron undiluted for maximal effect. Dilute more than the
amount prescribed to obtain the correct dosage. Dilute the iron in juice, drink it through a
straw, and rinse the mouth afterward.
Answer: Brush the teeth before drinking the iron.
Q2
A client is scheduled to take ticlopidine. The nurse plans to take which action before
implementing this medication therapy? Take the client's blood pressure. Obtain a prothrombin
time (PT). Take the client's apical heart rate. Review the results of the complete blood cell
(CBC) count.
Answer: Take the client's blood pressure.
Q3
Which finding on the client's record would indicate a need to contact the HCP before initiating
the medication prescription? Neutropenia Client history of stroke Client history of hypertension
Complaints of gastrointestinal disturbances Neutropenia Rationale:
Answer: Neutropenia
Q4
The nurse is monitoring a client who is receiving epoetin alfa for adverse effects of the
medication. Which finding indicates a side/adverse effect? Diarrhea Depression 3.Bradycardia
Answer: Diarrhea
Q5
4.Hypertension 4.Hypertension Rationale:
Answer: 4.Hypertension 4.Hypertension Rationale:
, Q6
A client with chronic kidney disease is receiving ferrous sulfate. The nurse instructs the client
that which finding is a common side/adverse effect associated with this medication? 1.Fatigue
Headache Weakness Constipation Constipation Rationale:
Answer: Headache
Q7
What is the most appropriate nursing intervention? Inject via an infusion device. Inject ½ inch
(1.25 cm) from the umbilicus. Massage the injection site after administration. Avoid aspirating
prior to injecting the medication.
Answer: Inject via an infusion device.
Q8
A client is being discharged to home
Answer: 4.Reduces the risk of deep vein thrombosis
Q9
1.Relieves joint pain
Answer: treat the conditions listed in options 1, 2, or 3.
Q10
2.Dissolves urinary calculi
Answer: 2.Dissolves urinary calculi
Q11
3.Stops progression of multiple
Answer: 3.Stops progression of multiple
Q12
4.Reduces the risk of deep vein
Answer: 4.Reduces the risk of deep vein
