VSIM #10-NURSING PHARMACOLOGY SUZANNE MORRIS TEST WITH
ANSWERS #14
A client with Clostridioides difficile is receiving evaluation following several days of
frequent loose stools. Which of the following assessments will be most important in
determining the need for further IV hydration? - correct answer Postural vital sign
measurement
A patient with PUD wants to know if taking probiotics will improve the condition. Which
of the following statements is correct regarding probiotics? - correct answer Probiotics
are helpful in replacing healthy bacteria in the digestive tract
Which of the following drugs may be included in triple (combination) therapy for patients
with peptic ulcers caused by H. Pylori? - correct answer Amoxicillin
Clarithromycin
Which of the following complications of peptic ulcers is associated with the presence of
H. Pylori? - correct answer Carcinoma
A patient is scheduled to receive a 500-ml intravenous bolus of normal saline over 30
minutes. Calculate the setting for the infusion pump in ml/hr. ____________ ml/hr -
correct answer 1,000
A client has been diagnosed with peptic ulcer disease (PUD). Which of the following
factors place(s) this client at a higher risk for developing this condition? - correct answer
Cigarette smoking
High levels of stress
Family history
A patient is placed on pantoprazole for the treatment of PUD. Which of the following
information should be included when providing patient education on this drug? - correct
answer This medication should not be taken long-term without consulting with the
provider
Eat several small meals during the day rather than three large meals
A patient with a history of vomiting and diarrhea is admitted to the hospital and is
exhibiting signs of weakness and confusion. Assessment reveals hypotension,
tachycardia, and poor skin turgor. Which of the following equipment should the nurse
gather first based on the patient's signs and symptoms? - correct answer Intravenous
tubing
A patient reports severe epigastric pain after eating. Test results show the presence of
Helicobacter pylori (H. Pylori). Which of the following data are most important for the
nurse to obtain based on this information? - correct answer Comprehensive pain
assessment
Abdominal assessment
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