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Medications Affecting the Cardiovascular System practice questions

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  1. 1A nurse in the emergency department is assessing multiple patients with conditions that can reduce oxygen delivery to the brain. Which of the following patients is most likely to experience global cerebral ischemia, a condition where blood flow to the entire brain is compromised?Answer →
  2. 2A client has a prescription for heparin 1000 units IV STAT Several prefilled syringes of low molecular weight heparin are available in the clients medication drawer Which action should the nurse implementAnswer →
  3. 3A nurse is caring for a client in a clinic. Complete the following sentence by using the lists of options. Upon analyzing the assessment findings, the nurse identifies that the client is at risk for _____ due to their _____Answer →
  4. 4The client experiencing chest pain arrives at the Emergency Department. Which of the following medications would the nurse prioritize asking about prior to administering nitroglycerin?Answer →
  5. 5The PR interval of a first-degree AV blockAnswer →
  6. 6The nurse is preparing for a community education program on hypertension. Which of these parameters determine the regulation of arterial blood pressure?Answer →
  7. 7A registered nurse in the emergency department is assessing a patient who has returned for the fourth time this year with signs and symptoms suggestive of myocardial infarction (MI). The patient has undergone repeated cardiac tests with negative results. The healthcare team suspects the patient's symptoms may have a psychological origin. Which of the following would support the hypothesis that the patient's signs and symptoms are psychosomatic?Answer →
  8. 8The nurse is caring for a client with heart failure receiving digoxin Which actions should the nurse anticipate performing to manage digoxin toxicity Select all that applyAnswer →
  9. 9An increase in which lab value indicates atorvastatin is effective?Answer →
  10. 10Complete 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 →
  11. 11What finding would cause the nurse to hold the 0800 dose of Metoprolol (lopressor)?Answer →
  12. 12A nurse is assessing a client who is taking warfarin. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as the priority to report to the provider?Answer →
  13. 13A patient with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and hypertension is started on medication to slow disease progression. Which class is preferred for renal protection?Answer →
  14. 14The nurse should anticipate a provider prescription for medications due to the client's Client Finding's.Answer →
  15. 15A nurse is monitoring a patient with Mobitz Type I (Wenckebach) second-degree heart block. Which finding would be INCONSISTENT with this diagnosis?Answer →
  16. 16After receiving the third dose of a new oral anticoagulant, an older adult client develops bleeding gums and multiple bruises. Which actions should the nurse implement?Answer →
  17. 17The nurse understands that adrenergic stimulation provided by agonists like epinephrine can help treat which of the following disorders EXCEPT?Answer →
  18. 18A 60-year-old male presents with swelling and pain in his left leg. An ultrasound confirms a deep vein thrombosis (DVT). The physician prescribes heparin therapy. Complete the following statements by typing the correct term in the blank space. The nurse should monitor the client's [blank1] to assess the effectiveness of heparin therapy. If excessive bleeding occurs, the nurse should prepare to administer [blank2] as an antidote.Answer →
  19. 19The nurse administers atenolol (Tenormin) to a patient who has multimodular thyroid disease. Which parameter should the nurse assess to evaluate the therapeutic effect of the pharmacotherapy?Answer →
  20. 20Which of the following statements is accurate about alpha blockers? (Select all that apply)Answer →
  21. 21What intended responses do we expect to see when a patient is taking lisinopril? Indicate either increases, decreases, or no effect.Answer →
  22. 22A client with hypertension is prescribed nifedipine, a calcium channel blocker. After taking the initial dose, the client reports dizziness and lightheadedness. What is the priority nursing action?Answer →
  23. 23For each category below, click to specify the medication the nurse should anticipate the provider to prescribe. Each finding may support more than 1 potential medication prescription. (Each category must have at least 1 response option selected)Answer →
  24. 24Complete 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 →
  25. 25The nurse is caring for a patient who was prescribed propranolol. Which patient should the nurse question the order for propranolol?Answer →
  26. 26A nurse is preparing to administer propranolol to a client. Which of the following should the nurse assess prior to administering this medication?Answer →
  27. 27For each clinical condition listed below, select whether the condition is a common cause of pulseless electrical activity (PEA), a cardiac rhythm requiring defibrillation, or both. Each condition may be associated with more than one category.Answer →
  28. 28A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for warfarin about potential interactions with over-the-counter products. Which of the following products should the nurse instruct the client to avoid?Answer →
  29. 29After receiving the third dose of a new oral anticoagulant, an older adult client develops bleeding gums and multiple bruises. Which actions should the nurse implement? Select all that apply.Answer →
  30. 30What teaching does the nurse include for a patient that was just started on the alpha-1 antagonist doxazosin for hypertension and benign prostatic hypertrophy/BPH?Answer →
  31. 31A 44 year old diabetic male recently diagnosed with hypertension and started on Lisinopril (Prinivil), an ACE inhibitor has now developed a persistent cough Which of the following medications would be the next best alternative?Answer →
  32. 32Which ECG characteristic is NOT associated with atrial flutter?Answer →
  33. 33Metoprolol should not be stopped abruptly for which reason?Answer →
  34. 34A patient with heart failure receives a positive inotrope and an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor for hypertension. Despite the pharmacotherapy, the patient has pulmonary edema. Which action should the nurse implement if the patient is adhering to but refuses to take additional medication?Answer →
  35. 35A nurse is providing teaching to a client about how to self-administer subcutaneous injections of enoxaparin. Which of the following instructions the nurse include?Answer →
  36. 36In evaluating the effectiveness of a clients antihypertensive medication the nurse begins by asking if the client is still experiencing headaches The client states Medicine stops headaches Which action should the nurse take nextAnswer →
  37. 37A patient is diagnosed with first-degree heart block. Which of the following findings would the nurse NOT expect to assess in this patient?Answer →
  38. 38For each of the following bodily functions below, state whether metoprolol increases, decreases, or has no effect. Select only one answer for each bodily function.Answer →
  39. 39A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has angina and a prescription for aspirin. Which of the following client statements indicates to the nurse an understanding of the teaching?Answer →
  40. 40When planning stepped care for a patient newly diagnosed with hypertension, what should the nurse anticipate as the initial intervention?Answer →
  41. 41The nurse is about to administer metoprolol to a client with hypertension. The client's vital signs are: BP 100/60 mmHg, HR 48 bpm. What is the nurse's best action?Answer →
  42. 42A nurse is preparing to administer heparin subcutaneously to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take to minimize bleeding following the injection?Answer →
  43. 43When developing guidelines for the care of an older adult client who is obese and has hypertension, which information should the nurse include?Answer →
  44. 44A patient with angina is prescribed sublingual nitroglycerin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide to ensure effective administration and patient safety? (Select all that apply)Answer →
  45. 45The nurse is reviewing the orders for a patient and notes a new order for an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. The nurse checks the current medication orders; the nurse knows which of the following may be a side effect of this medication group?Answer →
  46. 46Which serum laboratory value indicates to the nurse that a prescribed dose of aspirin may need to be withheld?Answer →
  47. 47The nurse is reviewing the indications for atropine sulfate. Atropine is appropriate for which of these patients? (Select all that apply.)Answer →
  48. 48A patient with atrial fibrillation requests a cup of chamomile tea. The nurse denies the patient's request because of the medication the patient is taking. What is the medication?Answer →
  49. 49Which of the following is NOT an appropriate nursing intervention for a patient newly diagnosed with atrial fibrillation?Answer →
  50. 50A patient with a recent history of ischemic stroke affecting the left middle cerebral artery is prescribed clopidogrel (Plavix) and atorvastatin (Lipitor) as part of their post-stroke management. The nurse is developing a plan of care to reduce the patient's risks and manage potential pharmacological complications. Which of the following nursing interventions should the nurse implement specific to pharmacological considerations? (Select all that apply.)Answer →
  51. 51A patient with Type I diabetes is also taking the beta-blocker Propranolol (Inderal). What education is important for the nurse to provide to the patient? PropranololAnswer →
  52. 52The community health nurse worked with the American Heart Association to initiate a widespread educational program about strokes and acute coronary syndrome. Which outcome statement indicates that the program was effective?Answer →
  53. 53A patient receiving therapeutic heparin for the treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) experienced a 50% drop in their platelet count. The nurse suspects heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT). Which of the following nursing interventions should the nurse anticipate for HIT?Answer →
  54. 54A client accidentally received an overdose of heparin. The nurse anticipates the administration of which antidote to rapidly neutralize the anticoagulant effect?Answer →
  55. 55A patient with type 2 diabetes is prescribed metoprolol, a beta blocker. Which potential effect of metoprolol should the nurse monitor for in this patient?Answer →
  56. 56A nurse is preparing to titrate a continuous nitroprusside infusion for a client. The nurse should plan to titrate the infusion according to which of the following assessments?Answer →
  57. 57The nurse is caring for a client with a newly updated medication administration record (MAR) by the primary care physician. Based on the MAR and information included below, chart if medications should be administered.Answer →
  58. 58The nurse is reviewing drug therapy for hypertension. According to the JNC-8 guidelines, antihypertensive drug therapy for a newly diagnosed hypertensive African-American patient would most likely include which drug or drug classes?Answer →
  59. 59Why is dobutamine ordered?Answer →
  60. 60A nurse is preparing to administer adenosine to a patient with supraventricular tachycardia (SVT). Which action should the nurse take to ensure the medication is effective?Answer →
  61. 61A client with hyperthyroidism demonstrates dysrhythmias and hypertension. The nurse notifies the provider and requests an order for which of the following medications to address these symptoms?Answer →
  62. 62When counseling a male patient about the possible adverse effects of antihypertensive drugs, the nurse will discuss which potential problem?Answer →
  63. 63Severe caution should be used when giving metoprolol to patients with which of the following conditions?Answer →
  64. 64A patient has a new order for the adrenergic drug doxazosin (Cardura). When providing education about this drug, will the nurse include which instructions?Answer →
  65. 65A pregnant woman is experiencing hypertension. The nurse knows which drug is used for a pregnant patient who is experiencing hypertension?Answer →
  66. 66A nurse is educating a client who has been prescribed a beta blocker for social anxiety disorder. Which of the following side effects should the nurse instruct the client to monitor for and report due to its potential impact on cardiac health?Answer →
  67. 67The nurse is teaching a client how to self administer low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH) subcutaneously. Which instruction should the nurse include?Answer →
  68. 68Which dietary advice should a nurse provide to a client taking lisinopril?Answer →
  69. 69The nurse is triaging a patient who arrives with complete heart block and a heart rate of 28 bpm. Which nursing action would NOT be appropriate in the initial management?Answer →
  70. 70The nurse knows that which of the following is a contraindication of the non-cardio selective beta blockers?Answer →
  71. 71Based on the management of atrial fibrillation described in the scenario, classify the following nursing actions as either "Anticipated" or "Contraindicated."Answer →
  72. 72A nurse is caring for a client who is taking digoxin to treat heart failure. Which of the following factors predisposes this client to developing digoxin toxicity?Answer →
  73. 73A nurse is assessing a client who has hypertension and is receiving propranolol. Which of the following findings require an intervention by the nurse?Answer →
  74. 74A 64-year-old patient with hyperlipidemia has been taking Simvastatin for the past 3 months. The patient calls the clinic reporting generalized muscle pain, weakness, and dark-colored urine for the last 2 days. Which is the priority nursing action?Answer →
  75. 75The nurse is administering 0800 medications to the client newly diagnosed with heart failure. What 0800 medication order should the nurse question?Answer →
  76. 76During cardiac arrest management, non-shockable rhythms include __________, __________, and __________.Answer →
  77. 77A nurse is providing education to a patient with a DVT who has been on a heparin infusion for five days. The provider has prescribed warfarin while continuing IV heparin. The client asks, "Why am I taking both medications at the same time?" What is the nurse's best response?Answer →
  78. 78In evaluating the effectiveness of a client's antihypertensive medication, the nurse begins by asking if the client is still experiencing headaches. The client states, "Medicine stops headaches." Which action should the nurse take next?Answer →
  79. 79Which of the following medication classes help to lower blood pressure by affecting the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system? Drag the classes that affect this system into the answer column (Select all that apply)Answer →
  80. 80A 72-year-old patient presents to the emergency department with sudden, severe right-eye pain, headache, blurred vision, and halos around lights. Examination reveals conjunctival injection, a mid-dilated fixed pupil, and markedly elevated intraocular pressure (IOP). What is the MOST appropriate next step in management?Answer →
  81. 81The nurse will monitor a patient for signs and symptoms of hyperkalemia if the patient is taking which of the following antihypertensive medications?Answer →
  82. 82The nurse is about to give an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor, lisinopril, to a patient. What possible adverse effect is associated with ACE inhibitors?Answer →
  83. 83A patient who takes warfarin has an international normalized ratio (INR) of 5.5 (normal 2.0-3.0) with some signs of increased bruising. Which of these medications should the nurse anticipate giving this patient?Answer →
  84. 84A patient who has heart failure receives ramipril (Altace), after which hyperkalemia develops. Which medication, administered with ramipril, can improve the patient's metabolic condition?Answer →
  85. 85Which antilipemic medication reduces serum cholesterol by inhibiting its absorption in the small intestine?Answer →
  86. 86The RN charge nurse in the cardiac critical care unit is making rounds. Which client should the nurse not see first?Answer →
  87. 87Which action should the nurse implement to assess the effectiveness of amlodipineAnswer →
  88. 88Which client should the charge nurse assign to the most experienced RN on the unit?Answer →
  89. 89A client is receiving heparin IV at a rate of 1800 unitshour The IV solution is labeled Heparin Sodium 20000 Units in 5 Dextrose Injection 500 mL After receiving the PTT result the healthcare provider prescribes an increase of 5 mLhour in the IV rate The nurse should set the infusion pump to deliver how many mLhourAnswer →
  90. 90On the ECG, the time necessary for the spread of an electrical impulse through the AV node, bundle of His, right and left bundle branches, and the Purkinje fibers is reflected by theAnswer →
  91. 91A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for nitroglycerin sublingual tablets for treating angina. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?Answer →
  92. 92Which laboratory parameter should be closely monitored in a client taking sacubitril-valsartan for chronic heart failure?Answer →
  93. 93A client with heart failure is prescribed furosemide (Lasix) PO. Which assessment finding indicates that the medication is effective?Answer →
  94. 94A nurse is assessing a telemetry strip on a patient with third-degree (complete) heart block. Which finding would the nurse NOT observe?Answer →
  95. 95Hydroxymethylglutaryl-coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase inhibitors (statins) are generally administered at which time of day?Answer →
  96. 96A client in the emergency department is unresponsive, and their cardiac monitor shows organized electrical activity without a palpable pulse. What should be the immediate first step in management?Answer →
  97. 97A patient is showing a persistent telemetry rhythm of atrial fibrillation at a ventricular rate of 136 beats/minute The healthcare provider prescribes a loading dose of IV amiodarone at 15 mg/minute over 10 minutes The pharmacy provides D5W 100 mL with amiodarone 150 mg How many mL per hour should the nurse program the infusion pump to deliver the secondary infusion of amiodarone Enter the numeric value onlyAnswer →
  98. 98The nurse is giving intravenous nitroglycerin to a patient who has just been admitted because of an acute myocardial infarction. Which statement is true regarding the administration of the intravenous form of this medication?Answer →
  99. 99The nurse administered the calcium channel blocker amlodipine at 9:00 AM. What would the nurse expect to assess at 12:00 PM noon if this medication has been effective?Answer →
  100. 100A nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving a thrombolytic medication after an acute myocardial infarction. The nurse understands that the primary goal of this therapy is to:Answer →
  101. 101A patient is admitted in severe heart failure. They remain symptomatic despite other previous treatments. They are prescribed a medication which is the ONLY Angiotensin Receptor Blocker Neprilysin inhibitor (ARNI) approved to beat heart failure with reduced ejection fraction. What is the name of that medication? (Drag and drop your answer)Answer →
  102. 102The nurse is caring for a client with heart failure receiving digoxin. Which actions should the nurse anticipate performing to manage digoxin toxicity? Select all that apply.Answer →
  103. 103A client with coronary artery disease is prescribed amlodipine. During a follow-up assessment, the nurse notices bilateral pitting edema in the lower extremities. What is the most appropriate nursing action?Answer →
  104. 104Which statement about atrial fibrillation is NOT accurate?Answer →
  105. 105A patient is showing a persistent telemetry rhythm of atrial fibrillation at a ventricular rate of 136 beats/minute. The healthcare provider prescribes a loading dose of IV amiodarone at 15 mg/minute over 10 minutes. The pharmacy provides D5W 100 mL with amiodarone 150 mg. How many mL per hour should the nurse program the infusion pump to deliver the secondary infusion of amiodarone? Enter the numeric value only.Answer →
  106. 106A nurse is preparing to administer a scheduled dose of warfarin to a client. Which of the following laboratory tests should the nurse review prior to administration?Answer →
  107. 107A patient asks, "Is the heparin going in to dissolve my clot?" What is the nurse's best response?Answer →
  108. 108An increase in which serum laboratory value indicates to the nurse that a prescription for atorvastatin is having the desired effect for a client at risk for coronary artery disease?Answer →
  109. 109To decrease a common GI adverse effect of verapamil (Calan), a calcium channel antagonist, instruct the patient to:Answer →
  110. 110The nurse is teaching a client how to self administer lowmolecularweight heparin LMWH subcutaneously Which instruction should the nurse includeAnswer →
  111. 111What important drug interaction should be considered when prescribing nonselective Alpha-1 blockers for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?Answer →
  112. 112A male patient with coronary artery disease and diabetes mellitus has resistant hypertension despite therapy with benazepril (Lotensin). Which antihypertensive agent should the nurse avoid administering to this patient?Answer →
  113. 113Which of the following assessment findings is NOT typically associated with atrial fibrillation?Answer →
  114. 114A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a patient with deep vein thrombosis (DVT) who is being discharged on warfarin therapy. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in her teaching?Answer →
  115. 115A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for metoprolol. Which of the following classes of medications should the nurse identify metoprolol belongs to?Answer →
  116. 116The nurse caring for a patient with chronic atrial fibrillation should NOT:Answer →
  117. 117A patient with heart failure is on a beta-blocker. What is the primary reason for using this medication?Answer →
  118. 118A nurse is reviewing the recent vital signs of several patients on an acute medical ward. The nurse must assess which patient is at highest risk for developing a fever despite having a non-infectious diagnosis. Which patient should the nurse monitor most closely for an elevated temperature?Answer →
  119. 119A client with hypertension reports a persistent dry cough. Which is the most appropriate alternative medication to prescribe?Answer →
  120. 120An ECG rhythm strip shows a regular ventricular rhythm at a rate of 30 beats/min, more P waves than QRS complexes (the P waves occur regularly), a variable PR interval, and a QRS duration of 0.14 second. This rhythm isAnswer →
  121. 121Which action should the nurse implement to assess the effectiveness of amlodipine?Answer →
  122. 122Which statement about atrial flutter is NOT correct?Answer →
  123. 123A 60-year-old female patient with hypertension is prescribed amlodipine. She reports swelling in her ankles and occasional dizziness when she goes from a sitting to standing position too quickly. She states other than the above issues, she feels fine and has no problems with her breathing. Identify two actions to take [blank1] and [blank2], one potential condition [blank3], and two parameters to monitor [blank4] and [blank5].Answer →
  124. 124In what medication category would Dobutamine be considered?Answer →
  125. 125The client is in the cardiac intensive care unit on dopamine and BP increases to 210/130. Which intervention should the intensive care nurse implement first?Answer →
  126. 126A nurse is preparing discharge teaching for a patient with first-degree heart block. Which instruction would be INAPPROPRIATE to include?Answer →
  127. 127The nurse is assessing the patient's knowledge regarding drug therapy prescribed for the treatment of hypertension. Which statement by the patient indicates the need for further teaching by the nurse?Answer →
  128. 128Complete 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 →
  129. 129The nurse is monitoring a patient with hypertension taking propranolol. Which assessment finding indicates a potential adverse complication associated with this medication?Answer →
  130. 130A nurse is reviewing the list of current medications for a client who has a new prescription for nitroglycerin. The nurse should identify that which of the following client medications is contraindicated for use with nitroglycerin?Answer →
  131. 131The nurse is preparing to administer IV heparin to a client. Below is the order and what the nurse has available Order: Heparin at 1200 units/hr Available: 25,000 units in 500 mL How many mL/hr should the nurse set on the IV pump?Answer →
  132. 132A nurse is preparing to administer a newly prescribed medication to a client who has rosacea and a history of hypertension. Which of the following medications requires frequent blood pressure monitoring?Answer →
  133. 133The nurse is caring for a patient with Mobitz Type II second-degree heart block. Which statement about this dysrhythmia is NOT accurate?Answer →
  134. 134A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for nifedipine. Which of the following findings should the nurse assess prior to administration of the medication?Answer →
  135. 135A patient with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and hypertension is started on medication to slow disease progression. Which class is preferred for renal protection?Answer →
  136. 136A nurse is preparing to administer IV adenosine to a client. Which of the following effects should the nurse anticipate?Answer →
  137. 137A nurse is providing care for a client prescribed digoxin, a cardiac glycoside. The nurse should educate the client that the primary effect of digoxin on the heart is which of the following?Answer →
  138. 138Mr. Sharp's blood pressure has been controlled with the use of antihypertensive therapy for 2 years. Since injuring his shoulder last week, he has been taking ibuprofen 4 times a day. You expect that his:Answer →
  139. 139Which action must the nurse take immediately before giving any antihypertensive medications?Answer →
  140. 140A nurse is caring for a client who has a new order for enoxaparin 35 mg subcutaneous every 12 h. How many mg should the nurse administer per day? Round to the nearest whole number. Enter numeric value only (no commas or labels) mgAnswer →
  141. 141The nurse is administering medications to clients on a cardiac unit. Which medication should the nurse question be administering?Answer →
  142. 142A nurse is assessing the vital signs of a client who is taking amiodarone. The nurse should anticipate which of the following findings as an adverse effect of the medication?Answer →
  143. 143A nurse is monitoring a client who is taking an ACE inhibitor like enalapril, especially if they also have kidney disease. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?Answer →
  144. 144How do you determine whether the atrial rhythm on an ECG tracing is regular or irregular?Answer →
  145. 145A client taking Propranolol should be monitored for which expected effect?Answer →
  146. 146The patient who has just started labetalol (Normodyne), an alpha-beta antagonist, needs education on the adverse effect of postural hypotension. When changing position, the patient shouldAnswer →
  147. 147When reviewing adverse effects of the new medication, which of the following potential adverse effects should the patient be made aware of?Answer →
  148. 148A patient is admitted to the intensive care unit for sepsis and is being started on vasopressin. The family member asks how this medication will help. What is the best response by the nurse?Answer →
  149. 149What statement made by the patient would indicate a need for further teaching?Answer →
  150. 150A nurse is educating a client who has diabetes mellitus and has been prescribed carvedilol for heart failure. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply.Answer →
  151. 151A client is receiving heparin IV at a rate of 1800 units/hour. The IV solution is labeled Heparin Sodium 20,000 Units in 5% Dextrose Injection 500 mL. After receiving the PTT result, the healthcare provider prescribes an increase of 5 mL/hour in the IV rate. The nurse should set the infusion pump to deliver how many mL/hour?Answer →
  152. 152The nurse is teaching a client how to self administer low molecular weight heparin LMWH subcutaneously Which instruction should the nurse includeAnswer →
  153. 153A patient comes to the emergency department with severe angioedema of the face. The nurse reviews the patient's medication list and recognizes that which of the following is most likely to have caused the angioedema?Answer →
  154. 154The LPN informs the clinic RN that the client diagnosed with atrial fibrillation has an INR of 4.5. Which intervention should the clinic RN implement?Answer →
  155. 155Atrial fibrillation is characterized byAnswer →
  156. 156A nurse is preparing to administer atenolol 75 mg PO every 12 hr. The amount available is atenolol 25 mg/tab. How many tablets should the nurse administer per dose? Round to the nearest tenths place, if required. Enter numeric value only (no commas or labels) tablet(s)Answer →
  157. 157The nurse is presenting information on the adrenergic agonist drugs to a class of students. Which of the following effects is most likely associated with the administration of phenylephrine?Answer →
  158. 158A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for captopril. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?Answer →
  159. 159A nurse is caring for a client who is taking warfarin and reports taking several new herbal supplements. The nurse should identify that which of the following supplements is contraindicated for concurrent use with warfarin?Answer →
  160. 160The nurse is administering medications to clients in the cardiac critical care area. Which client should the nurse question administering the medication?Answer →
  161. 161A patient who has been taking antihypertensive drugs for a few months' states that a new, persistent dry cough is very bothersome. The nurse knows that this cough is an adverse effect of which class of antihypertensive drugs?Answer →
  162. 162The nurse will assess a patient receiving gemfibrozil (Lopid) and warfarin (Coumadin) for the increased risk of which adverse effect?Answer →
  163. 163A 76-year-old male with a recent ischemic stroke is being re-admitted to the hospital for increasing confusion and frequent falls over the last 2 days. His current home medications include metformin, metoprolol, aspirin, and warfarin (Coumadin). The nurse performed a focused assessment and found the patient's blood glucose and blood pressure were both within normal limits. [blank1] is the highest priority given the home medications the patient is taking. The nurse recognizes the patient may be experiencing increased confusion and falls due to [blank2]Answer →
  164. 164You are teaching a patient about how angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) work. Which statement below best describes how this class of medication works on the body?Answer →
  165. 165An increase in which serum laboratory value indicates to the nurse that a prescription for atorvastatin is having the desired effect for a client at risk for coronary artery diseaseAnswer →
  166. 166A patient has been prescribed nitroglycerin for chest pain management post-MI. Which nursing action is crucial before administering this medication?Answer →
  167. 167Daily dose of aspirin 325 mg PO is most beneficial for an adult client with which medical diagnosis?Answer →