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Advanced Pharmacology Module 7 Quiz|
Complete Solutions| Approved 100%

1. A patient with atrial fibrillation is prescribed warfarin. What is the most critical nursing

intervention regarding the management of this anticoagulant therapy?

Regularly monitor the patient's International Normalized Ratio (INR) to ensure therapeutic

levels.

2. A nurse is educating a patient about the use of dabigatran for stroke prevention. What

significant side effect should the nurse emphasize?

The risk of gastrointestinal bleeding, which may present as hematemesis or melena.

3. A patient undergoing treatment with clopidogrel is scheduled for elective surgery. What

important instruction should the nurse provide regarding this antiplatelet medication?

Discontinue clopidogrel at least 5-7 days before the surgery to reduce the risk of bleeding.

4. A nurse is administering alteplase to a patient with an acute myocardial infarction. What is the

most important nursing consideration during this therapy?

Monitor the patient for signs of bleeding, including hematuria and gastrointestinal

bleeding.

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,5. A patient with chronic venous insufficiency is prescribed pentoxifylline. What is the expected

pharmacological action of this medication?

It improves blood flow by decreasing blood viscosity and increasing red blood cell

flexibility.

6. A nurse is monitoring a patient receiving heparin therapy. Which laboratory value is most

important to assess to prevent potential complications?

Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time (aPTT) for proper anticoagulation monitoring.

7. A patient is prescribed atorvastatin for hyperlipidemia. What serious side effect should the

nurse monitor for while the patient is on this medication?

Rhabdomyolysis, which presents as muscle pain or weakness and dark urine.

8. A nurse is teaching a patient about the use of nitroglycerin for angina. What critical point

should the nurse include regarding the administration of this medication?

Allow the tablet to dissolve under the tongue for rapid absorption; do not swallow it whole.

9. A patient is prescribed amiodarone for ventricular tachycardia. What should the nurse monitor

for as a potential adverse effect of this medication?

Pulmonary toxicity, which may present as cough, dyspnea, or chest pain.

10. A nurse is caring for a patient receiving digoxin. What is the most important assessment to

perform prior to administering this medication?

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, Check the patient's heart rate; hold the medication if the heart rate is below 60 beats per

minute.

11. A patient with heart failure is prescribed sacubitril/valsartan. What is the primary action of

this combination medication?

It increases natriuretic peptides, leading to vasodilation and reduced blood pressure.

12. A nurse is monitoring a patient on a direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC) for non-valvular atrial

fibrillation. What key point should the nurse emphasize regarding the use of this medication?

There is no need for routine monitoring of INR, but adherence to dosing is critical.

13. A patient presents with severe hypertension and is prescribed clonidine. What is a significant

side effect of this medication that the nurse should monitor for?

Rebound hypertension if the medication is abruptly discontinued.

14. A nurse is educating a patient about the use of beta-blockers. Which condition should the

nurse inform the patient may worsen with this medication?

Asthma, as beta-blockers can cause bronchoconstriction.

15. A patient with a history of stroke is being discharged on rivaroxaban. What should the nurse

instruct the patient regarding the timing of this medication?

Take the medication at the same time each day, with food to enhance absorption.

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, 16. A nurse is assessing a patient on an anticoagulant regimen for deep vein thrombosis (DVT).

What clinical sign would indicate a possible complication of the treatment?

Sudden onset of chest pain or difficulty breathing, indicating possible pulmonary

embolism.

17. A patient taking spironolactone for heart failure is experiencing hyperkalemia. What is the

most critical nursing intervention?

Hold the medication and notify the healthcare provider for further evaluation.

18. A nurse is preparing to administer a thrombolytic agent. What is the most important

contraindication to consider before administration?

Active internal bleeding or recent surgery that may increase the risk of hemorrhage.

19. A patient on atorvastatin reports muscle pain and weakness. What should the nurse assess to

determine a potential adverse effect?

Monitor creatine kinase (CK) levels to evaluate for rhabdomyolysis.

20. A nurse is teaching a patient about the use of niacin for dyslipidemia. What is a common side

effect the patient should be made aware of?

Flushing of the skin, which may be minimized by taking aspirin before niacin.

A nurse is caring for a patient in the immediate postoperative period after surgery in which a

spinal anesthetic was used. The patient has not voided and complains of headache. The patient

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