Hesi pharmacology 2015 - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Module 7 Exam 1. 1.ID: 41 A nurse is providing information to a mother of a 1-year-old who has asked about bladder-training her child. The nurse should provide which information to the mother? A. That a child cannot begin to control urination until approximately the age of 24 months Correct B. That her child is too young and that she should not yet be worrying about it C. That bowel training should be started immediately and then begin bladder training in about 1 month D. That she may...

HESI MODULE 8 QUESTIONS 1. Questions 1. 1.ID: 4 A nurse notes that the site of a client’s peripheral intravenous (IV) catheter is reddened, warm, painful, and slightly edematous near the insertion point of the catheter. On the basis of this assessment, the nurse should take which action first? A. Remove the IV catheter Correct B. Slow the rate of infusion C. Notify the health care provider D. Check for loose catheter connections Rationale: Phlebitis is an inflammatory process in the...

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HESI RN PHARMACOLOGY [Document subtitle] HESI RN Pharmacology Exam Questions with Answers, Rationales, TestTakingStrategies and References. 1. A nurse notes that the site of a client’s peripheral intravenous (IV) catheter is reddened, warm, painful, and slightly edematous near the insertion point of the catheter. On the basis of this assessment, the nurse first: Removes the IV catheter Correct Slows the rate of infusion Notifies the healthcare provider Checks for loose catheter...

1.ID: 2
The nurse is caring for a woman who is starting medroxyprogesterone injections for birth control. What statements by the client would indicate a need for further teaching? Select all that apply. A. “I may experience some weight gain.” Incorrect B. “I may not have regular periods while taking this medication.” C. “I should return in approximately 6 months for my next injection.” Correct D. “Because it is highly effective, I can use this medication for many years...

1.ID: 6
A client is being discharged home after a routine hip replacement surgery. The nurse is instructing the client on how to prevent postoperative complications. What statements by the client would indicate the need for further teaching? Select all that apply. A. “Limiting fiber is necessary to avoid diarrhea.” Correct B. “I should empty my bladder when I feel the urge.” C. “Avoiding pain medication will prevent constipation.” Correct D. “I should drink plenty of li...

Focus on Adult Health. ID: 4
A nurse is monitoring a client who is taking spironolactone for the treatment of hypertension. Which findings denote adverse effects of the medication? Select all that apply. A. Constipation B. Tall T waves Correct C. Hyporeflexia D. Shallow respirations E. Prolonged PR interval Correct F. Hyperactive bowel sounds Correct
Rationale: Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic. Potassium-sparing diuretics can cause hyperkalemia. Cardiovascular manifestations of...

1.ID: 6
A client is being discharged home after a routine hip replacement surgery. The nurse is instructing the client on how to prevent postoperative complications. What statements by the client would indicate the need for further teaching? Select all that apply. A. “Limiting fiber is necessary to avoid diarrhea.” Correct B. “I should empty my bladder when I feel the urge.” C. “Avoiding pain medication will prevent constipation.” Correct D. “I should drink plenty of liquids li...

1.ID: 2
The nurse is caring for a woman who is starting medroxyprogesterone injections for birth control. What statements by the client would indicate a need for further teaching? Select all that apply. A. “I may experience some weight gain.” Incorrect B. “I may not have regular periods while taking this medication.” C. “I should return in approximately 6 months for my next injection.” Correct D. “Because it is highly effective, I can use this medication for many years.” Corr...

1.ID: 6
A client is being discharged home after a routine hip replacement surgery. The nurse is instructing the client on how to prevent postoperative complications. What statements by the client would indicate the need for further teaching? Select all that apply. A. “Limiting fiber is necessary to avoid diarrhea.” Correct B. “I should empty my bladder when I feel the urge.” C. “Avoiding pain medication will prevent constipation.” Correct D. “I should drink plenty of liquids li...