Answered step-by-stepA nurse is reinforcing teaching with th
Answered step-by-stepA nurse is reinforcing teaching with the family of a client who is…A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the family of a client who is to start therapy with risperidone. Which of the following therapeutic effects should the nurse instruct the family expect?Improved social interaction.Reduced seizure activity.Increased muscle strength.Decreased fatigue.A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a newly licensed nurse about the administration of metoprolol. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a contraindication for this medication?Sinus bradycardiaMigraine headachesBenlgn prostatic hyperplastaHypertensionA nurse is collecting data from a client who reports nausea and has vomited clear emesis. Which of the following medications should the nurse administer?NaloxoneDiazepamPromethazineMeperidineA nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a continuous IV of heparin. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor?Ecchymosis Blurred visionWeight lossHypotensionA nurse monitoring a client following the administration of an oral glucose solution for the treatment of hypoglycemia. Which of the following findings indicates that the client is continuing to experience hypoglycemia?DiaphoresisPolyuria Kussmaul respirationsBradycardia A nurse is collecting data on a client prior to administering digoxin. Which of the following findings should the nurse withhold the medications?Apical pulse 52/minTemperature 38 C (100.4 F)Respiratory rate 22/minBP 105/60 mm HgA nurse is reinforcing teaching with the family of a client who has new prescription for donepezil. Which of the following therapeutic effects should the nurse inform the family to expect?Improved cognitive functionImproved pulmonary functionDecreased incidence of seizuresDecreased urinary outputA nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a recent myocardial infraction and has a new prescription for low-dose aspirin therapy. which of the following instructions should the nurse include?Chew the enteric-coated tablet before swallowingTake the medication with sip of water.Ibuprofen can decrease the effectiveness of this medicationTake the medication 1 hour before meals.A nurse is preparing to administer an antibiotic via intermittent IV bolus for a client who has a continuous IV infusion. Which of the following steps should the nurse take first?Wipe the connection port of the primary IV tubing with an antiseptic swabHang the antibiotic medication bag above the level of the primary infusion.Check the IV site for signs of infiltration.Connect the tubing of the medication bag to the primary tubing.A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has new prescription for celecoxib to treat osteoarthritis. Which of the following should the nurse recognize as a contraindication of the medication?Concurrent use of calcium supplementsPenicillin allergySulfonamide allergyConcurrent use of chondroitinA nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for phenytoin. Which of the following findings should the nurse include as an adverse effect of phenytoin?Gingival hyperplasiaHypertensionTinnitusDiarrheaA nurse is collecting data from a client who has a new prescription for warfarin. Which of the medications in the client’s history should the nurse report to the provider?HydrochlorothiazideDigoxinEnalaprilAspirinThe nurse is reinforcing teaching with a newly licensed nurse about age-related changes that affect medication administration for older adult clients. Which of the following information should the nurse include?Gastric emptying rate increasesRenal excretion time slows for medicationHepatic enzymes process medications more rapidly.Brain receptors become less sensitive to medications.A nurse preparing to administer an IM injection to a client who has gonorrhea. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?Use the Z-track technique to administer the medicationInject the medication at least 5 cm (2 in) from the umbilicus.Give the medication without aspirating prior to injectionAdminister the medication with a 27-gauge ½- inch needleA nurse is preparing to administer digoxin to a client. For which of the following findings should the nurse withhold the medication?BP 179/89 mm HgRespiratory rate 14/minApical pulse 54/minTemperature 37.8 C (100 F)A nurse is reviewing the laboratory values of a client who is taking warfarin for treatment of deep-vein thrombosis. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the medication is effective?aPTT 40 secondsPlatelets 200,000/mm3HbA1c 6.8%INR 2.5A nurse is caring for a client who has suspected acute opioid toxicity. Which of the following data should the nurse collect first?Blood pressure Heart rateLevel of consciousnessRespiratory rateA nurse is reinforcing teaching about the varicella with the guardian of a toddler. Which of the following statement should the nurse include in the teaching?Give your child three doses of aspirin following administration of the vaccine.The vaccine should be avoided in children who have leukemiaThe first dose of this vaccine is given after the child is 3-year-old.This vaccine is contraindicated for children who are allergic to eggs.A nurse working in an urgent care clinic is collecting data from a who takes montelukast. Which of the following is an expected therapeutic effect of this medication?Neutralized gastric acidReduced bronchial inflammationIncreased WBC countImproved peripheral vasodilationA nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has new prescription for prednisone to treat rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following statements should indicate to the nurse that the client understands the teaching?I will take this medication on an empty stomachI will report a sore throat to my providerI should increase the sodium in my dietI should watch for weight lossA nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for furosemide. Which of the following should the nurse includes as an adverse effect of the medication that the client report to the provider?Increased blood pressure AnxietyVisual disturbancesLeg crampsA nurse is collecting data from a client who has been taking diazepam several times per day but recently ran out of the medication. Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as a manifestation of withdrawal from diazepam?DrowsinessAnorexiaHypotensionTremorsA nurse is preparing to administer an insulin injection for a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?Administer the insulin using a tuberculin syringe at 15 anglesRapidly inject the insulin using a 20-gauge 1-inch needleInsert the needle into the right thigh at 90 anglesSlowly inject the insulin using the Z-track method.A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for cephalexin 1 g PO daily to be given in divided doses every 6-hr. available is cephalexin 250 mg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer with each dose? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.) Tablet(s)A nurse is reinforcing reaching with a client who has a new prescription for verapamil PO. Which of the following beverages should the nurse recommend avoiding while taking the medication?Whole milkApple juiceLemonadeGrapefruit juiceA nurse is caring for a client who has hyperlipidemia and has been taking rosuvastatin for the past year. The client tells the nurse he has been experiencing muscle tenderness. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse review?T3 and T4Serum potassiumWhite blood cellsCreatine kinaseA nurse is collecting data from a client who is taking chlorpromazine. Which of the following is the highest priority finding?PhotophobiaSeditionDry mouthHeadacheA nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for morphine 4 mg IM stat. the medication is dispensed in a 5 mg/mL. which of the following actions should the nurse take?Discard the excess medication with the second nurse as a witness.Dispose the excess medication in the sharp’s container.Inject the prescribed dose and save the rest for a later use.Give the full contents of the prefilled syringe.A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for nitroglycerin. Which of the following statements indicates an understanding of the instructions?I will apply the patch when I have a chest painI will wear the patch for 12 hours per dayI will place the patch on the outside of the either armI will wait 48 hours between applicationsA nurse is administering regular insulin 10units and NPH 15 units in one syringe to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?Insert the needle at a 15 angle to the skin.Administer the medication into the vastus lateralis muscle.Draw the regular insulin into syringe first.Use a 3 mL syringe.A nurse is collecting a medication history from the parent of a preschooler who comes to the clinic for routine immunizations. For which of the following findings should the nurse withhold the varicella immunization?Taking acetaminophen for mild discomfortAn allergy to eggsReceiving treatment for the leukemiaA pregnant parent.A nurse is caring for a client who has chronic hypertension. The client’s morning vital signs include BP 140/80 mm Hg., Heart rate 54/min, and respiratory rate 18/min. which of the following medications should the nurse plan to withhold?HydrochlorothiazideAtenololAspirinLisinoprilA nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a prescription for timolol ophthalmic solution to treat glaucoma. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?I will squeeze my eye tightly for 30 seconds after instilling the medication.I will instill the medication directly over my cornea.I will lift my upper lid before placing the medication in my eye.I will apply pressure to the side of my nose after instilling the medication.A nurse is reviewing the laboratory values of a client who taking atorvastatin. The nurse should identify that a change in which of following laboratory values indicates an adverse effect of the medication?AlbuminCreatine kinasePlateletsSodiumA nurse is collecting data from a client who received diphenhydramine for insomnia. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an idiosyncratic reaction?Agitation NauseaDizzinessDry mouthA nurse administered a dose of almotriptan to a client 30 min ago. Which of the following statement by the client indicates the medication is effective?My hand tremors are slower now.My headache pain has decreased.I am not coughing as much as I was before.I am no longer agitatedA nurse is preparing to administer medications to a client. Which of the following client identifiers should the nurse use to verify that the correct client is receiving the medication? (Select all that apply)Facility identification numberNameRoom numberBate of birthPhysical locationA nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has diabetes mellitus and takes insulin glargine and insulin aspart. Which of the following actions indicates that the client understands the instructions?The client stores open vials of insulin glargine at room temperature for 60 days.The client administers insulin aspart 30 min before breakfast.The client mixes insulin aspart and insulin glargine in the same syringe.The client administers insulin glargine at the same time every day.A nurse is reinforcing teaching about the rights of medication administration to a newly licensed nurse. The nurse should include which of the following as rights of medication administration? (Select all that apply.)Right timeRight roomRight documentationRight doseRight medicationA nurse is assisting in the care of a client who is receiving morphine via a continuous epidural infusion. Which of the following finding should the nurse report to the provider immediately?ConstipationFacial flushingBlood pressure 88/56 mm HgRespiratory rate 10/min.A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of schizophrenia. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect to administer?FenofibrateBaclofenLevodopaRisperidoneA nurse is collecting data from a client who has taken an overdose of oxycodone. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?Dilated pupilsTachypneaTachycardiaSedationA nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a prescription for omeprazole. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?Take this medication 1 hour after a meal.Increase your intake of vitamin C while taking this medication.Notify your provider if you develop diarrheaChew the medication well before swallowing.A nurse is caring for a client who has been taking epoetin alfa for 3 months. Which of the following laboratory test should the nurse monitor to determine the effectiveness of the medication?TroponinHgbT4ASTA nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who has a new diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus and a prescription for exenatide. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?Inject the medication into the subcutaneous tissue of the abdomen.Discard excess medication after 60 days.Contact the provider if you experience unexplained muscle pain.Take the medication at bedtime. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the family of a client who is to start therapy with risperidone. Which of the following therapeutic effects should the nurse instruct the family expect?Improved social interaction.Reduced seizure activity.Increased muscle strength.Decreased fatigue.A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a newly licensed nurse about the administration of metoprolol. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a contraindication for this medication?Sinus bradycardiaMigraine headachesBenlgn prostatic hyperplastaHypertensionA nurse is collecting data from a client who reports nausea and has vomited clear emesis. Which of the following medications should the nurse administer?NaloxoneDiazepamPromethazineMeperidineA nurse is caring for a client who is receiving a continuous IV of heparin. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor?Ecchymosis Blurred visionWeight lossHypotensionA nurse monitoring a client following the administration of an oral glucose solution for the treatment of hypoglycemia. Which of the following findings indicates that the client is continuing to experience hypoglycemia?DiaphoresisPolyuria Kussmaul respirationsBradycardia A nurse is collecting data on a client prior to administering digoxin. Which of the following findings should the nurse withhold the medications?Apical pulse 52/minTemperature 38 C (100.4 F)Respiratory rate 22/minBP 105/60 mm HgA nurse is reinforcing teaching with the family of a client who has new prescription for donepezil. Which of the following therapeutic effects should the nurse inform the family to expect?Improved cognitive functionImproved pulmonary functionDecreased incidence of seizuresDecreased urinary outputA nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a recent myocardial infraction and has a new prescription for low-dose aspirin therapy. which of the following instructions should the nurse include?Chew the enteric-coated tablet before swallowingTake the medication with sip of water.Ibuprofen can decrease the effectiveness of this medicationTake the medication 1 hour before meals.A nurse is preparing to administer an antibiotic via intermittent IV bolus for a client who has a continuous IV infusion. Which of the following steps should the nurse take first?Wipe the connection port of the primary IV tubing with an antiseptic swabHang the antibiotic medication bag above the level of the primary infusion.Check the IV site for signs of infiltration.Connect the tubing of the medication bag to the primary tubing.A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has new prescription for celecoxib to treat osteoarthritis. Which of the following should the nurse recognize as a contraindication of the medication?Concurrent use of calcium supplementsPenicillin allergySulfonamide allergyConcurrent use of chondroitinA nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for phenytoin. Which of the following findings should the nurse include as an adverse effect of phenytoin?Gingival hyperplasiaHypertensionTinnitusDiarrheaA nurse is collecting data from a client who has a new prescription for warfarin. Which of the medications in the client’s history should the nurse report to the provider?HydrochlorothiazideDigoxinEnalaprilAspirinThe nurse is reinforcing teaching with a newly licensed nurse about age-related changes that affect medication administration for older adult clients. Which of the following information should the nurse include?Gastric emptying rate increasesRenal excretion time slows for medicationHepatic enzymes process medications more rapidly.Brain receptors become less sensitive to medications.A nurse preparing to administer an IM injection to a client who has gonorrhea. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?Use the Z-track technique to administer the medicationInject the medication at least 5 cm (2 in) from the umbilicus.Give the medication without aspirating prior to injectionAdminister the medication with a 27-gauge ½- inch needleA nurse is preparing to administer digoxin to a client. For which of the following findings should the nurse withhold the medication?BP 179/89 mm HgRespiratory rate 14/minApical pulse 54/minTemperature 37.8 C (100 F)A nurse is reviewing the laboratory values of a client who is taking warfarin for treatment of deep-vein thrombosis. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the medication is effective?aPTT 40 secondsPlatelets 200,000/mm3HbA1c 6.8%INR 2.5A nurse is caring for a client who has suspected acute opioid toxicity. Which of the following data should the nurse collect first?Blood pressure Heart rateLevel of consciousnessRespiratory rateA nurse is reinforcing teaching about the varicella with the guardian of a toddler. Which of the following statement should the nurse include in the teaching?Give your child three doses of aspirin following administration of the vaccine.The vaccine should be avoided in children who have leukemiaThe first dose of this vaccine is given after the child is 3-year-old.This vaccine is contraindicated for children who are allergic to eggs.A nurse working in an urgent care clinic is collecting data from a who takes montelukast. Which of the following is an expected therapeutic effect of this medication?Neutralized gastric acidReduced bronchial inflammationIncreased WBC countImproved peripheral vasodilationA nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has new prescription for prednisone to treat rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following statements should indicate to the nurse that the client understands the teaching?I will take this medication on an empty stomachI will report a sore throat to my providerI should increase the sodium in my dietI should watch for weight lossA nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for furosemide. Which of the following should the nurse includes as an adverse effect of the medication that the client report to the provider?Increased blood pressure AnxietyVisual disturbancesLeg crampsA nurse is collecting data from a client who has been taking diazepam several times per day but recently ran out of the medication. Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as a manifestation of withdrawal from diazepam?DrowsinessAnorexiaHypotensionTremorsA nurse is preparing to administer an insulin injection for a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?Administer the insulin using a tuberculin syringe at 15 anglesRapidly inject the insulin using a 20-gauge 1-inch needleInsert the needle into the right thigh at 90 anglesSlowly inject the insulin using the Z-track method.A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for cephalexin 1 g PO daily to be given in divided doses every 6-hr. available is cephalexin 250 mg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer with each dose? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.) Tablet(s)A nurse is reinforcing reaching with a client who has a new prescription for verapamil PO. Which of the following beverages should the nurse recommend avoiding while taking the medication?Whole milkApple juiceLemonadeGrapefruit juiceA nurse is caring for a client who has hyperlipidemia and has been taking rosuvastatin for the past year. The client tells the nurse he has been experiencing muscle tenderness. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse review?T3 and T4Serum potassiumWhite blood cellsCreatine kinaseA nurse is collecting data from a client who is taking chlorpromazine. Which of the following is the highest priority finding?PhotophobiaSeditionDry mouthHeadacheA nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for morphine 4 mg IM stat. the medication is dispensed in a 5 mg/mL. which of the following actions should the nurse take?Discard the excess medication with the second nurse as a witness.Dispose the excess medication in the sharp’s container.Inject the prescribed dose and save the rest for a later use.Give the full contents of the prefilled syringe.A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for nitroglycerin. Which of the following statements indicates an understanding of the instructions?I will apply the patch when I have a chest painI will wear the patch for 12 hours per dayI will place the patch on the outside of the either armI will wait 48 hours between applicationsA nurse is administering regular insulin 10units and NPH 15 units in one syringe to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?Insert the needle at a 15 angle to the skin.Administer the medication into the vastus lateralis muscle.Draw the regular insulin into syringe first.Use a 3 mL syringe.A nurse is collecting a medication history from the parent of a preschooler who comes to the clinic for routine immunizations. For which of the following findings should the nurse withhold the varicella immunization?Taking acetaminophen for mild discomfortAn allergy to eggsReceiving treatment for the leukemiaA pregnant parent.A nurse is caring for a client who has chronic hypertension. The client’s morning vital signs include BP 140/80 mm Hg., Heart rate 54/min, and respiratory rate 18/min. which of the following medications should the nurse plan to withhold?HydrochlorothiazideAtenololAspirinLisinoprilA nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a prescription for timolol ophthalmic solution to treat glaucoma. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?I will squeeze my eye tightly for 30 seconds after instilling the medication.I will instill the medication directly over my cornea.I will lift my upper lid before placing the medication in my eye.I will apply pressure to the side of my nose after instilling the medication.A nurse is reviewing the laboratory values of a client who taking atorvastatin. The nurse should identify that a change in which of following laboratory values indicates an adverse effect of the medication?AlbuminCreatine kinasePlateletsSodiumA nurse is collecting data from a client who received diphenhydramine for insomnia. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an idiosyncratic reaction?Agitation NauseaDizzinessDry mouthA nurse administered a dose of almotriptan to a client 30 min ago. Which of the following statement by the client indicates the medication is effective?My hand tremors are slower now.My headache pain has decreased.I am not coughing as much as I was before.I am no longer agitatedA nurse is preparing to administer medications to a client. Which of the following client identifiers should the nurse use to verify that the correct client is receiving the medication? (Select all that apply)Facility identification numberNameRoom numberBate of birthPhysical locationA nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has diabetes mellitus and takes insulin glargine and insulin aspart. Which of the following actions indicates that the client understands the instructions?The client stores open vials of insulin glargine at room temperature for 60 days.The client administers insulin aspart 30 min before breakfast.The client mixes insulin aspart and insulin glargine in the same syringe.The client administers insulin glargine at the same time every day.A nurse is reinforcing teaching about the rights of medication administration to a newly licensed nurse. The nurse should include which of the following as rights of medication administration? (Select all that apply.)Right timeRight roomRight documentationRight doseRight medicationA nurse is assisting in the care of a client who is receiving morphine via a continuous epidural infusion. Which of the following finding should the nurse report to the provider immediately?ConstipationFacial flushingBlood pressure 88/56 mm HgRespiratory rate 10/min.A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of schizophrenia. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect to administer?FenofibrateBaclofenLevodopaRisperidoneA nurse is collecting data from a client who has taken an overdose of oxycodone. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?Dilated pupilsTachypneaTachycardiaSedationA nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a prescription for omeprazole. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?Take this medication 1 hour after a meal.Increase your intake of vitamin C while taking this medication.Notify your provider if you develop diarrheaChew the medication well before swallowing.A nurse is caring for a client who has been taking epoetin alfa for 3 months. Which of the following laboratory test should the nurse monitor to determine the effectiveness of the medication?TroponinHgbT4ASTA nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who has a new diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus and a prescription for exenatide. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?Inject the medication into the subcutaneous tissue of the abdomen.Discard excess medication after 60 days.Contact the provider if you experience unexplained muscle pain.Take the medication at bedtime. Health ScienceScienceNursingNURSING 101Share
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