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HESI Pharmacology Exam Review| 2023/ 2024 Update| 100% Correct| Questions and Verified Answers | 1) The client with metastatic breast cancer is receiving tamoxifen. The nurse specifically monitors which laboratory value while the client is taking this medication? a. Glucose level b. Calcium level c. Potassium level d. Prothrombin time ~ Answer: b. Calcium level 2) A nurse is assisting with caring for a client with cancer who is receiving cisplatin. Select the adverse effect...

HESI Pharmacology Exam Version 2| 55 Questions and Verified Answers | 2023 / 2024 Update Q: A client with Parkinson's disease is taking carbidopa-levodopa (Sinemet). Which observation by the nurse should indicate that the desired outcome of the medication is being achieved? A) Decreased blood pressure. B) Lessening of tremors. C) Increased salivation. D) Increased attention span. Answer: B. Lessening of tremors. Sinemet increases the amount of levodopa to the CNS (dopamine ...

HESI Pharmacology Exam Version 4| 55 Questions and Verified Answers | 2021/ 2022 Q: A client, who has a myocardial infarction last year, has a daily prescription for aspirin 325 mg by mouth. Which assessment finding should alert the nurse to withhold the medication? a. Low prothrombin time. b. High white blood cell count. c. Oral temperature of 97.9 F. d. Low platelet count. Answer: D. Q: A nurse administered a second dose of an opioid containing codeine and acetaminophen t...

HESI Pharmacology Exam V2| 2023 / 2024 Update | Questions and Verified Answers (55 Q & A) QUESTION A client receiving albuterol (Proventil) tablets complains of nausea every evening with her 9 p.m. dose. What action should the LPN/LVN take to alleviate this side effect? A) Change the time of the dose. B) Hold the 9 p.m. dose. C) Administer the dose with a snack. D) Administer an antiemetic with the dose. Answer: C. Administer the dose with a snack. Administering oral do...

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 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 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...

HESI Pharmacology Exam Review| 100% Correct| Questions and Verified Answers | 2023/ 2024 Update Q: Beta blockers can be non-selective so be aware of any Answer: respiratory conditions such as asthma, emphysema COPD, ect. Q: A nurse should always check _____ and _____ before giving a beta blocker Answer: AP and BP do not give if HR is below 60 never stop abruptly Q: Why do you never stop taking a Beta BLocker abruptly Answer: Must taper because angina or MI ...

HESI Pharmacology Practice Exam | 100% Correct| Questions and Verified Answers | 2023/ 2024 Update Q: The practical nurse (PN) is unable to arouse a client who is receiving meperidine (Demerol) for postoperative pain. The client is stuporous, has constricted pupils, and a respiratory rate of 8 breaths/minute. Which PRN prescription should the PN give the client? Answer: Naloxone (Narcan) Q: client who returns from surgery for bowel resection complains of severe pain around the ...

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...