KAPLAN PHARM EXAM - ACTUAL

KAPLAN PHARM EXAM - ACTUAL

EXAM 150 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT

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GRADED A+

A client receives aminophylline 400mg every 6 hours. The ampule contains 500mg in 20mL of fluid. How many mL does the client receive in 24 hours? - ANSWER- 64mL

A client diagnosed with stroke has taken phenobarbital for seizure control for 2yrs. The client's partner calls the clinic and tells the nurse that the client's speech is slurred and the client is making confused statements. The client's neurologic baseline is alert and oriented with clear, appropriate speech. Which nursing action is most appropriate? - ANSWER- Obtain a prescription for a blood specimen.

The nurse provides care for a client hospitalized for treatment of an abdominal gunshot wound. History reveals the client has been enrolled in a methadone maintenance clinic for the past two years. The nurse notes the client has no prescriptions for continuation of the methadone.the nurse anticipates which activity may occur? - ANSWER- The client will experience nausea, vomiting, and abdominal cramps.

The nurse provides medication teaching for a client prescribed spironolactone for treatment of hypertension. The nurse determines that further teaching is necessary if the client makes which statement? - 1 / 3

ANSWER- "I will use a salt substitute instead of iodized salt" "I limit my fluids so I don't have to run to the bathroom"

A client is diagnosed with a severe exacerbation of COPD and is prescribed dexamethasone. While the client is taking this medication, which symptoms would the nurse expect to observe? - ANSWER- An increase in blood glucose

The nurse provides care for a client with a diagnosis of depression who has been receiving fluoxetine for eight months. The client reports "Since I have been on the medicine I feel less depressed, but I have been having frightening dreams and I want to stop taking it" Which response by the nurse is most appropriate? - ANSWER- "The dosage of medication must be reduced gradually or you may experience severe adverse effects.

the nurse provides medication teaching for a client with a diagnosis of HTN who is prescribed a clonidine patch. Which statement is MOST important for the nurse to include in the teaching? - ANSWER- "Apply the patch to a clean, dry, hairless site on the upper arm, outer arm, or upper chest."

A client diagnosed with venous thromboembolism (VTE) is prescribed warfarin at discharge. The nurse provides education about the medication and determines the client understands the teaching if the client make which statement? - ANSWER- "I will need to have blood drawn periodically to ensure my dosing is effective."

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The nurse instructs a client with a diagnosis of pernicious anemia to increase the amount of Vitamin B12 in the diet. Which food contains the GREATEST amount of Vitamin B12? Cabbage, Seafood, Chocolate, Fresh Fruit. - ANSWER- Seafood

a client with a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis is prescribed baclofen 10mg PO four times a day for muscle spasms. When caring for the client, the nurse is MOST concerned if the client makes which statement? - ANSWER- "I have not been able to have a bowel movement for 3 days and I feel so bloated"

A client asks the nurse why diphenhydramine may be prescribed. The nurse understands that diphenhydramine may be prescribed if a client reports which symptom? (Select all that apply) Paresthesias, Dyspepsia, Pruritis, Dysuria, Motion Sickness, Rhinitis - ANSWER- Pruritis, motion sickness, rhinitis

The nurse provides medication education for a client with a prescription for digoxin 0.125mg po daily. The nurse determines teaching is effective if the client makes which statement? - ANSWER- "If my pulse is under 60 beats per minute, I should hold the medication and notify my provider."

The nurse provides medication teaching to a client prescribed ibandronate. Which is the MOST important information for the nurse to include? - ANSWER- Swallow the medication with a full glass of water and remain upright for 30 minutes.

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