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What are i.i.d. random variables? - CORRECT ANSWERS -It means "Independent and identically distributed".
A good example is a succession of throws of a fair coin: The coin has no memory, so all the throws are "independent".
And every throw is 50:50 (heads: ...
NR 293 QUiz 2 review Exam/
Updated 2025
The nurse is obtaining a drug history on a patient being treated for hypertension. The
prescriber has chosen the angiotensin receptor blocker losartan to treat the patient's
hypertension. Which drug on the patient's current drug list would most concern the
nurse?
a. Furosemide
b. Albuterol
c. Ibuprofen
d. Augmentin - CORRECT ANSWERS -c
Given the nurse's knowledge of the side effects of alpha blockers, which instruction
should the nurse provide to the patient with a new order for an alpha blocker to treat
hypertension?
a. Drink plenty of fluids.
b. Wear sunscreen outside.
c. Change positions slowly.
d. Increase intake of potassium-rich foods. - CORRECT ANSWERS -c
Which finding in the patent taking Lisinopril would be an indication to discontinue the
drug immediately and avoid taking it in the future?
a. Heart failure
b. Albuminuria
c. Angioedema
d. Cough - CORRECT ANSWERS -c
When teaching a patient about the common adverse effects of therapy with nonsteroidal
antiinflamma-tory drugs (NSAIDs), the nurse will mention which possible adverse
effect?
a. Dizziness
b. Heartburn
c. Palpitations
d. Diarrhea - CORRECT ANSWERS -b
A 13-year-old patient has the flu, and her mother is concerned about her fever of103° F
(39.4° C). Which of these medications will the prescriber suggest to treat the teen's
fever?
a. Aspirin
b. Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
c. Indomethacin (Indocin)
d. Ketorolac (Toradol) - CORRECT ANSWERS -b
1.The nurse is administering an antipsychotic drug clozapine (Clozaril) and should
monitor the patient for what long-term problem(s) associated with this drug?
, A. mood swings
B. agranulocytosis
C. weight gain
D. photosensitivity
E. increased appetite - CORRECT ANSWERS -b,c,e
2.During therapy for depression with a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, it is most
important for the nurse to instruct the family to monitor for which adverse effect?
A. suicidal thoughts
B. visual disturbances
C. tardive dyskinesia
D. bleeding tendencies - CORRECT ANSWERS -a
.The wife of a patient who has started taking anti-depressant therapy asks, "How long
will it take for him to feel better?" What is the nurse's best response?
A."Well, depression rarely responds to medication therapy."
B."He should feel better in a few days."
C."It may take 4 to 6 weeks for you to see an improvement."
D."You may not see effects for several months." - CORRECT ANSWERS -C
When administering certain antipsychotic drugs, the nurse monitors for extrapyramidal
effects such as: (select all that apply)
A. tremors
B. elation and sense of well being
C. painful muscle spasms
D. monitor restlessness
E. bradycardia - CORRECT ANSWERS -a,c,d
The nurse instructs a patient who is undergoing therapy with monoamine oxidase
inhibitors to avoid tryamine- containing food. What medical emergency may occur if the
atient eats these foods?
A. gastric hemmorhage
B. toxic shock
C. cardiac arrest
D. hypertensive crisis - CORRECT ANSWERS -D
A patient has been taking antipsychotic drugs for years, and his wife has noticed that he
has had some new physical symptoms. She describes him as having odd facial
movements, sticking out is tongue, and having movements of his arms that cannot be
controlled. The nurse suspects the patient is exhibiting signs of which condition?
A. hypomania
B. serotonin syndrome
C. tardive dyskinesia
D. neuroleptic malignant syndrome - CORRECT ANSWERS -C
.Which outcome represents the most serious adverse effect of lithium?
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