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Medications Affecting the Nervous System practice questions

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  1. 1The nurse in the emergency department provides care to a client admitted with a seizure. The client exhibits muscular movements suggesting a tonic-clonic seizure. The nurse initiates which action first?Answer →
  2. 2A nurse is preparing to administer fluphenazine hydrochloride 3 mg 1M to a client who has schizophrenia. Available is fluphenazine hydrochloride injection 2.5 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  3. 3Opiate partial agonists are described as having a "celling effect." What does this mean in terms of their analgesic action?Answer →
  4. 4An adolescent client with a severe burn injury is admitted to the burn unit. The client's pain is managed with morphine using patient-controlled analgesia (PCA). Which additional pain management strategy does the nurse implement? (Select all that apply.) 1. Administer a sustained-release opioid before all procedures. 2. Teach relaxation techniques using deep breathing. 3. Use a pain intensity scale to assess level of pain. 4. Administer a short-acting analgesic for breakthrough pain. 5. Employ distraction techniques, such as video games.Answer →
  5. 5A patient reports taking ibuprofen (an NSAID) to manage their knee pain, but it only provides minimal relief. When performing a PQRST assessment, the nurse focuses on the "R" aspect. What information is the nurse primarily seeking? (Select All that Apply.)Answer →
  6. 6A nurse is teaching a client who takes phenytoin for seizure control and has a new prescription for sucralfate to treat a gastric ulcer. Which instruction should the nurse include to prevent a medication interaction?Answer →
  7. 7A nurse is reviewing a new prescription for a client who has Alzheimer's disease. The prescription reads, "memantine extended-release 7 mg PO daily for 7 days." Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)Answer →
  8. 8The nurse is reviewing the medication list of a newly admitted client with a history of Parkinson's disease. Which medication should the nurse question?Answer →
  9. 9A patient with epilepsy is prescribed phenytoin. During a follow-up visit, the patient reports experiencing gum overgrowth and fatigue. What should the nurse prioritize in addressing these adverse effects?Answer →
  10. 10Which of the following drugs are part of the Centrally Acting Skeletal Muscle Relaxants drug class? (Select all that apply)Answer →
  11. 11A patient reports 10/10 pain and is restless and unable to sleep. The nurse prepares to administer a prescribed opioid analgesic. Administering this medication primarily addresses which level of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?Answer →
  12. 12A nurse is preparing to administer diazepam 7.5 mg 1M to a client who is experiencing anxiety. Available is diazepam injection 5 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. DO not use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  13. 13A nurse is assisting in the care of a client who has a 10-year history of alcohol use disorder and is experiencing acute alcohol withdrawal. The nurse should identify which of the following interventions as the priority?Answer →
  14. 14A nurse is preparing to administer phenelzine 90 mg PO divided in three equal doses daily to a client who has depression. Available is phenelzine 15 mg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer per day? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  15. 15A client taking Donepezil for Alzheimer's disease reports nausea. Which of the following should the nurse recommend?Answer →
  16. 16A nurse is assessing a client who has been taking high doses of aspirin for chronic joint pain. Which finding should the nurse recognize as an indication of salicylate toxicity?Answer →
  17. 17A nurse is caring for a postoperative client who is receiving fentanyl. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer to the client if manifestations of fentanyl toxicity occur?Answer →
  18. 18The client who has been prescribed phenytoin for seizure management reports the sudden appearance of painful, blistering skin lesions and mucosal involvement. The nurse suspects Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS). Which nursing action is appropriate?Answer →
  19. 19Which characteristic is unique to opiate partial agonists when compared to full opiate agonists?Answer →
  20. 20Which of the following drugs are considered to have a role in pain management? (Select all that apply.)Answer →
  21. 21A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with neuropathic pain. Which characteristic should the nurse expect the client to report?Answer →
  22. 22A patient with a history of alcohol abuse is prescribed Zolpidem for insomnia. What should the nurse consider as a contraindication for Zolpidem use in this patient?Answer →
  23. 23An LPN is caring for a patient who has been prescribed Nalbuphine (Nubain) for pain management. Which of the following is the most important nursing consideration when administering Nalbuphine?Answer →
  24. 24Which of the following statements indicate the client understands the reinforcement of teaching? Select all that apply.Answer →
  25. 25A nurse is reviewing the medication list of a client who has absence and myoclonic seizures. The provider prescribes valproic acid. What should the nurse understand about the therapeutic use of this medication?Answer →
  26. 26A nurse is monitoring a client who is 2 hr postoperative and has a prescription for opioid analgesics. Which of the following actions provides the nurse with the priority data to determine the client's need for analgesia?Answer →
  27. 27A nurse is preparing to administer haloperidol 3 mg 1M to a client who has severe psychosis. Available is haloperidol injection 5 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  28. 28An LPN is caring for a patient who has been prescribed morphine for postoperative pain management. Which of the following nursing interventions is most important when administering this medication?Answer →
  29. 29The nurse is following up with a client who has been prescribed zolpidem. Which client statement indicates that the medication has been effective?Answer →
  30. 30A patient who abruptly stopped their opioid pain medication reports experiencing severe muscle aches, nausea, diarrhea, and anxiety. These symptoms indicate:Answer →
  31. 31A nurse is preparing to administer paliperidone 234 mg IM to a client. Available is paliperidone 273 mg/0.875 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest hundredth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  32. 32A nurse is caring for a client who is using patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) with morphine following abdominal surgery. The client asks, "Can I get too much if I press the button too often?" Which of the following is the best response by the nurse?Answer →
  33. 33What should the nurse consider when caring for a client who received a prescribed oral dose of ibuprofen for joint pain and reports a pain level of 6 out of 10 one hour later?Answer →
  34. 34The nurse provides care for a client diagnosed with trigeminal neuralgia. The health care provider orders a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) exam to be completed. The nurse completes which action next?Answer →
  35. 35A nurse is preparing to administer nalbuphine 10 mg IM to a client who is in early labor. Available is nalbuphine 20 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse plan to administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.) mLAnswer →
  36. 36An LPN is caring for a patient who has been prescribed Buprenorphine/Naloxone (Suboxone) for opioid use disorder. Which of the following is an important teaching point for this patient?Answer →
  37. 37A nurse is teaching a client who is starting paroxetine, a SSRI, for depression. After how long should the nurse instruct the client to expect initial therapeutic effects?Answer →
  38. 38Which common adverse effect of opiate agonists can increase a patient's risk for falls, particularly when getting up from a lying or sitting position?Answer →
  39. 39A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has insomnia and is prescribed zolpidem. Which nonpharmacologic intervention should the nurse recommend to support the effectiveness of this sedative-hypnotic medication?Answer →
  40. 40A nurse is preparing to administer lorazepam 1 mg IM to an older adult client who has psychosis and reports severe anxiety. Available is lorazepam injection 4 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest hundredth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  41. 41A patient experiencing an opioid overdose exhibits severe respiratory depression. The nurse anticipates administering naloxone (Narcan), which is an opioid antagonist. The therapeutic effect of naloxone in this situation is achieved by:Answer →
  42. 42An LPN is caring for a patient who is prescribed methadone for opioid use disorder. Which of the following nursing implications is most important when monitoring this patient?Answer →
  43. 43Salicylates, such as aspirin, have several pharmacologic effects. Which unique property distinguishes aspirin from other analgesics?Answer →
  44. 44A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for sumatriptan. The nurse notes that the client takes fluoxetine. The nurse should notify the provider that the combination of these medications will place the client at risk for which of the following adverse effects?Answer →
  45. 45A patient with chronic arthritis pain reports taking acetaminophen 4 to 6 g/day for arthritis pain. Which health problem should you teach this patient that can occur as a result of taking this acetaminophen therapy?Answer →
  46. 46A nurse is preparing to administer ibuprofen 0.8 g PO to a client who is postpartum. Available is ibuprofen 200 mg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.) tablet(s)Answer →
  47. 47An adult patient has returned to the unit from an operative procedure. The healthcare provider asks you to rate a patient's postoperative pain. What is your best response?Answer →
  48. 48A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client following placement of a cast for a fractured ankle. The client is to take oxycodone for pain management. The nurse should instruct the client that which of the following over-the-counter medications is contraindicated while taking oxycodone?Answer →
  49. 49A nurse is caring for a client who has schizophrenia and is to start therapy with risperidone. For which of the following manifestations should the nurse monitor to determine whether the treatment is effective?Answer →
  50. 50A patient with a history of generalized tonic-clonic seizures is prescribed phenobarbital. Which nursing intervention is essential to monitor the patient's response to this medication?Answer →
  51. 51A nurse is preparing to administer lorazepam 0.003 g PO to a client who has anxiety. How many mg should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  52. 52A nurse is caring for a client who has bulimia nervosa and a new prescription for fluoxetine 30 mg PO. Available is fluoxetine 10 mg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. DO not use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  53. 53A patient is prescribed phenelzine, a MAOI, for depression. Which dietary recommendation should the nurse emphasize to prevent adverse effects?Answer →
  54. 54The nurse is administering viscous lidocaine to a client with mucositis. What should the nurse include in teaching for this medication?Answer →
  55. 55Which common over-the-counter analgesic does the nurse know to monitor for signs of bleeding, such as the petechiae seen with this client? Refer to the image.Answer →
  56. 56A nurse is preparing to administer ketorolac 30 mg IM every 6 hr PRN pain to a client who is postoperative following a cesarean birth and reports pain. Available is ketorolac injection 15 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.) mLAnswer →
  57. 57A patient has been receiving a prescribed opioid analgesic for chronic pain over several months. The nurse observes that the patient now requires a higher dose of the medication to achieve the same level of pain relief they initially experienced. This physiological adaptation is best described as:Answer →
  58. 58The nurse is caring for a client with epilepsy who is being treated with carbamazepine. Which laboratory value indicates a serious side effect of this drug?Answer →
  59. 59An LPN is caring for a patient who has been prescribed tramadol, a nonopioid centrally acting analgesic, for moderate pain. Which of the following is the most important nursing intervention when administering tramadol?Answer →
  60. 60The client arrives at the hospital for alcohol withdrawal and begins having a seizure. Which medication does the nurse anticipate being prescribed emergently?Answer →
  61. 61A nurse is caring for a client who started taking amitriptyline 6 days ago. The client reports that the medication is not helping. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?Answer →
  62. 62A nurse is collecting data from a female client who has osteoarthritis and reports she is thinking about taking aspirin for pain control. Which of the following data in the client's history should the nurse realize might be a contraindication to taking aspirin and should be reported to the provider?Answer →
  63. 63What type of pain scale assessment tool is the most accurate to use when completing an assessment on a nonverbal adult patient?Answer →
  64. 64A client comes to the emergency department with swelling to the right ankle and states he twisted his ankle while jogging in the park. The client reported his pain as mild and a 2 on a scale of 0-10. What does the nurse most anticipate the provider to prescribe for pain?Answer →
  65. 65The nurse reviews the client's history and physical exam. The nurse reviews the client's assessment data to prepare the client's plan of care. Complete the diagram by dragging from the choices below to specify what condition the client is most likely experiencing, 2 actions the nurse should take to address that condition, and 2 parameters the nurse should monitor to assess the client's progress.Answer →
  66. 66A nurse is monitoring a patient receiving an opiate agonist for severe acute pain. Which of the following parameters is the most critical to assess and potentially lead to holding the medication?Answer →
  67. 67A client had an overdose of an intravenous cholinergic drug. The nurse should expect to administer which drug as an antidote?Answer →
  68. 68A patient with bipolar disorder is prescribed carbamazepine for mood stabilization. Which of the following medications should be avoided due to potential interaction?Answer →
  69. 69Which pair of medications are routinely used for analgesia and antipyresis (fever reduction) in pediatric patients?Answer →
  70. 70A nurse is preparing to administer methylphenidate 18 mg PO to a school-age child who has attention deficit disorder. Available is methylphenidate oral solution IO mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. DO not use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  71. 71A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has migraine headaches and a new prescription for sumatriptan. Which client statement indicates the need for further teaching?Answer →
  72. 72A nurse is preparing to administer oxycodone 10 mg PO every 6 hr PRN severe pain to a client who is postpartum following a cesarean birth. Available is oxycodone 5 mg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.) tablet(s)Answer →
  73. 73A nurse is preparing to administer an opiate agonist to a client who has severe pain following surgery. Which statement by the nurse demonstrates understanding of the medication's primary action?Answer →
  74. 74A nurse is preparing to administer benztropine mesylate 3 mg IM to a client who has schizophrenia and is experiencing an extrapyramidal reaction to an antipsychotic medication. Available is benztropine mesylate injection 1 mg/mL in 2 mL ampules. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  75. 75A nurse is preparing to administer trazodone 300 mg PO daily divided equally every 8 hr to a client who has depression. Available is trazodone 50 mg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer in each dose? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  76. 76A nurse is caring for a client who had abdominal surgery. The client is grimacing and has a respiratory rate of 24/min. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?Answer →
  77. 77A client diagnosed with a closed head injury reports a severe headache, nausea, and blurry vision. The client's vital signs are BP 159/110 mmHg, P 48 beats/minute, and R 3 breaths/minute. Which intervention does the nurse implement to prevent complications in this client?Answer →
  78. 78The nurse identifies which of the following as a clinical manifestation of salicylism?Answer →
  79. 79A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has bipolar disorder and a new prescription for lithium. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?Answer →
  80. 80A nurse is preparing to administer morphine 8 mg subcutaneously to a client who is postoperative following a cesarean birth. Available is morphine 10 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.) mLAnswer →
  81. 81A patient with a history of peptic ulcer disease is asking for an over-the-counter medication for headache and body aches. Based on the information presented on NSAIDS and Salicylates, which medication class would the nurse caution against due to its significant adverse effect?Answer →
  82. 82Prior to initiating pharmacologic therapy for patients, nonpharmacologic methods are preferred. Which of the following are examples of nonpharmacologic therapies for pain relief? (Select all that apply)Answer →
  83. 83When providing patient education about a Patient-Controlled Analgesia (PCA) pump. What is a crucial piece of information the nurse should teach the patient and family?Answer →
  84. 84A nurse is preparing to administer risperidone 1.5 mg PO every 12 hr to a client who has schizophrenia. Available is risperidone solution 1 mg/mL. What is the total daily dose in mL the nurse should administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  85. 85A nurse is preparing to administer aripiprazole 15 mg IM to a client who is agitated and experiencing mania. Available is aripiprazole injection 9.75 mg/1.3 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  86. 86The licensed practical nurse knows that according to The American Academy of Pain Medicine the therapeutic goals of effective pain management include all EXCEPT:Answer →
  87. 87A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who experiences migraine headaches and has a new prescription for sumatriptan. The nurse should instruct the client to report which of the following manifestations to the provider as an adverse effect of this medication?Answer →
  88. 88A patient being discharged to home is prescribed an oxycodone-acetaminophen combination for pain management. Which statement regarding a precaution is most important to teach this patient?Answer →
  89. 89A nurse is preparing to administer hydroxyzine hydrochloride 75 mg IM to a client who has anxiety. Available is hydroxyzine hydrochloride injection 50 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  90. 90The LPN/LVN is taking care of a 65-year-old patient who just had a major surgery. The patient is experiencing severe pain that he rates. The LPN/LVN plans to give his prescribed opioid. List the nursing action for the patient. (Select all that apply)Answer →
  91. 91A nurse is caring for a client who received an opiate agonist for pain and is now experiencing respiratory depression, pinpoint pupils, and unresponsiveness. Which medication should the nurse expect to administer?Answer →
  92. 92A nurse is preparing to administer valproic acid 375 mg PO to a client who has acute mania. Available is valproic acid 125 mg sprinkle capsules. How many capsules should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  93. 93A nurse is preparing to administer olanzapine extended release 200 mg IM to a client who has schizophrenia. Available is olanzapine injection 150 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  94. 94A nurse is assisting in the care of a client who is postoperative following an appendectomy. The nurse should contribute to the plan of care by administering _______ (Target 1) and _______ (Target 2) to the client. Exhibit 1 – Nurses' Notes Day 1: Bilateral breath sounds are clear and present throughout. Client reports pain as 2 on a scale of 0 to 10. Abdomen soft, nondistended, bowel sounds hypoactive. Client has a history of asthma. Day 2: Respirations rapid and shallow. Bilateral breath sounds with scattered wheezing. Client reports pain as 8 on a scale of 0 to 10. Client reports no nausea or constipation. Abdomen soft, nondistended, bowel sounds audible. Exhibit 2 – Vital Signs Day 1: Temperature 37.2°C (99°F), Blood pressure 124/56 mm Hg, Heart rate 66/min, Respiratory rate 16/min, Oxygen saturation 95% on room air. Day 2: Temperature 37.2°C (99°F), Heart rate 112/min, Respiratory rate 28/min, Blood pressure 148/86 mm Hg, Oxygen saturation 90% on room air. Exhibit 3 – Medication Administration Record Albuterol 2 inhalations every 4 to 6 hr PRN wheezing Bisacodyl 10 mg suppository daily PRN constipation Prochlorperazine 10 mg PO 3 to 4 times per day PRN nausea Morphine 4 mg IV bolus every 4 hr PRN severe pain Acetaminophen 325 to 650 mg every 4 to 6 hr PRN pain or temperature greater than 38.4°C (101.1°F)Answer →
  95. 95A patient receiving morphine for postoperative pain becomes unresponsive with a respiratory rate of 8 breaths/min. Which medication should the LPN be preparing to administer?Answer →
  96. 96A nurse is caring for a patient receiving opioid therapy for chronic pain who reports infrequent, hard stools. Which nursing intervention should the nurse prioritize to prevent opioid-induced constipation?Answer →
  97. 97A nurse is preparing to administer naloxone 20 mcg IM to a client who is postpartum and is experiencing respiratory depression. Available is naloxone injection 1 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest hundredth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.) mLAnswer →
  98. 98A nurse is preparing to administer mirtazapine 45 mg PO to a client. The nurse should identify that this is equivalent to how many g? (Round the answer to the nearest thousandth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  99. 99The nurse reviews the electronic medical record of a client diagnosed with a meningioma. Which finding indicates to the nurse increased intracranial pressure? (Select all that apply.)Answer →
  100. 100An LPN is caring for a patient who has been prescribed cyclobenzaprine for acute muscle spasms. Which of the following is the most important nursing intervention when administering this medication?Answer →
  101. 101The nurse provides care to a client admitted with an exacerbation of multiple sclerosis (MS). The client reports multiple new symptoms over the last few days. Which client finding requires immediate notification of the health care provider (HCP)?Answer →
  102. 102A nurse is collecting data from a client who is postoperative and taking morphine for pain. Which of the following findings is the priority for the nurse to report to the provider?Answer →
  103. 103The nurse provides care for a client in an acute care setting who is postictal following a tonic-clonic seizure. Which action by the nurse is appropriate? (Select all that apply.)Answer →
  104. 104A nurse is preparing to administer desvenlafaxine 0.25 g PO to a client who has major depressive disorder. How many mg should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  105. 105A nurse is preparing to administer chlorpromazine 0.8 g PO divided in four equal doses. Available is chlorpromazine 200 mg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  106. 106A nurse is preparing to administer methadone 35 mg 1M to a client. Available is 10 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  107. 107An LPN is monitoring a patient receiving an opiate agonist for pain. Which of the following is identified as a common side effect of platelet agonists that requires intentional patient education?Answer →
  108. 108A nurse is preparing to administer acetaminophen 0.65 g PO to a client for a report of postpartum pain. Available is acetaminophen 325 mg tablets. How many tablets should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.) tablet(s)Answer →
  109. 109A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has schizophrenia and a new prescription for clozapine. The nurse should include in the plan to monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects of this medication?Answer →
  110. 110When is naloxone effective?Answer →
  111. 111The RN has given 2 mg of hydromorphone intravenously to a patient for severe pain. When you assess the patient's pain level an hour after receiving the drug you find the patient asleep with a respiratory rate of 10 breaths/min. What is your best first action?Answer →
  112. 112A nurse is performing a pain assessment using the PQSRT mnemonic. When asking the patient, "Can you describe what your pain feels like? Is it sharp, dull, throbbing, or burning?", the nurse is assessing which component of PQRST?Answer →
  113. 113A nurse is preparing to administer ziprasidone 10 mg IM to a client who has acute agitation and schizophrenia. Available is ziprasidone injection 20 mg/mL. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  114. 114A nurse is preparing to administer venlafaxine 75 mg PO daily. Available is venlafaxine 37.5 mg capsules. How many capsules should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. DO not use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  115. 115A nursing student assigned to work with you asks you to explain why natural and synthetic opioids are considered "high-alert drugs"? What is your best response?Answer →
  116. 116A nurse is reviewing new prescriptions for a group of clients. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse clarify with the provider?Answer →
  117. 117A nurse is collecting data from a client who has Parkinson's disease and is taking levodopa/carbidopa. The nurse should identify which of the following findings as an adverse effect of this medication?Answer →
  118. 118Using the PQRST pain assessment, a nurse determines a patient's pain score is 8 out of 10 and that the pain is "stabbing." After administering an opioid analgesic, the nurse reassesses the patient. This systematic assessment helps the nurse fulfill which objective related to the Joint Commission's standards for pain management?Answer →
  119. 119A nurse is collecting data for a client who has been receiving parenteral morphine 10 mg every 4 hr for the past week due to a serious traumatic injury to the pelvis and lower extremities. The client is awake and alert but states that the morphine no longer seems to be relieving her severe pain. Which of the following phenomena should the nurse realize the client is experiencing?Answer →
  120. 120An LPN is caring for a patient who is prescribed lidocaine topical gel for localized pain relief from a sore muscle. Which of the following nursing actions is most important when administering this medication?Answer →
  121. 121What term is used to define an awareness of pain?Answer →
  122. 122A nurse is preparing to administer hydrocodone/acetaminophen 5 mg PO every 6 hr for pain. The amount available is hydrocodone/acetaminophen 7.5 mg/500 mg/15 mL elixir. How many mL should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)Answer →
  123. 123In which situation should the nurse hold an opioid analgesic?Answer →
  124. 124Which of the following medications work by preventing the breakdown of acetylcholine, increasing its availability in the brain and helping to improve client symptoms?Answer →