LPN LPN: Pharmacological Therapies 5

Question 1

A patient receiving IV potassium chloride (KCl) complains of burning at the IV site. What is the nurse's priority action?

Accepted Answer

Slow the infusion rate and apply a warm compress

Answer

Discontinue the IV and notify the provider

Answer

Reassure the patient that this is a normal sensation

Answer

Increase the IV flow rate to dilute the potassium

Question 2

A patient prescribed methotrexate for rheumatoid arthritis should receive which supplement to reduce side effects?

Accepted Answer

Folic acid

Answer

Vitamin B12

Answer

Vitamin D

Answer

Iron

Question 3

A patient with a new prescription for nitroglycerin sublingual tablets asks how to store them properly. What should the nurse teach?

Accepted Answer

Keep in the original dark glass bottle away from heat and light

Answer

Store in a clear plastic bag in a cool drawer

Answer

Refrigerate the tablets to extend shelf life

Answer

Keep the bottle in a shirt pocket for easy access

Question 4

Which medication should be kept at the bedside when a patient is receiving IV magnesium sulfate for eclampsia?

Accepted Answer

Calcium gluconate

Answer

Naloxone (Narcan)

Answer

Protamine sulfate

Answer

Flumazenil

Question 5

A patient prescribed ciprofloxacin for a urinary tract infection should be instructed to avoid which substance?

Accepted Answer

Antacids containing aluminum or magnesium

Answer

Grapefruit juice

Answer

Green tea

Answer

Red meat

Question 6

A patient taking SSRIs for depression is also started on tramadol for pain. What risk should the nurse monitor for?

Accepted Answer

Serotonin syndrome

Answer

Anticholinergic syndrome

Answer

Neuroleptic malignant syndrome

Answer

Stevens-Johnson syndrome

Question 7

Which finding requires the nurse to hold a scheduled dose of amlodipine (Norvasc) and contact the provider?

Accepted Answer

Blood pressure of 82/54 mmHg

Answer

Blood pressure of 148/92 mmHg

Answer

Heart rate of 78 bpm

Answer

Heart rate of 88 bpm