Page 1 of 120
NR 229 EXAM 2 BANK ALL COMPLETE (182)
CURRENT QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWER|TOP-RATED A+.
NR 229
Prepare for the NR 229 Exam 2 with this concise study resource
covering nutrition principles, dietary planning, and exam-style
questions. It reinforces key concepts to support effective
preparation and test readiness. Suitable for nursing and health
science students studying nutrition.
The patient reports that she had to switch pharmacies to
save money. She noticed that her "thyroid pill" looks
different. The nurse anticipates that the healthcare provider
will order what?
Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH)
Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Beta human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) test
, Page 2 of 120
Creatinine level ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... A
Which statement is the most important for a nurse to make
to a patient who is taking methimazole?
"You need to notify your doctor if you have a sore throat and
fever."
"Another medication can be given if you experience any
nausea."
"You may experience some muscle soreness with this
medicine."
"Headache and dizziness may occur but not very frequently."
✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... A
A patient has been given instructions about levothyroxine
[Synthroid]. Which statement by the patient indicates
understanding of these instructions?
, Page 3 of 120
"I'll take this medication in the morning so as not to interfere
with sleep."
"I'll plan to double my dose if I gain more than 1 pound per
day."
"It is best to take the medication with food so I don't have
any nausea."
"I'll be glad when I don't have to take this medication in a few
months." ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... A
A nurse should consider which diagnostic test a priority to
obtain before a patient receives iodine-131?
White blood cell (WBC) count
Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Beta human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) test
, Page 4 of 120
Creatinine level ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... C
Which statements about levothyroxine [Synthroid] are
correct?
Select all that apply.
Levothyroxine should be taken with food.
Levothyroxine can be given by IV but is usually taken orally.
Levothyroxine brands should not be changed if possible.
Levothyroxine should be taken at night to avoid adverse
effects.
Levothyroxine can affect the metabolism of other
medications. ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... B,C,E
A nurse assesses a male patient who has developed
gynecomastia while receiving treatment for peptic ulcers.
Which medication from the patient's history should the
nurse recognize as a contributing factor?
Amoxicillin [Amoxil]
NR 229 EXAM 2 BANK ALL COMPLETE (182)
CURRENT QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWER|TOP-RATED A+.
NR 229
Prepare for the NR 229 Exam 2 with this concise study resource
covering nutrition principles, dietary planning, and exam-style
questions. It reinforces key concepts to support effective
preparation and test readiness. Suitable for nursing and health
science students studying nutrition.
The patient reports that she had to switch pharmacies to
save money. She noticed that her "thyroid pill" looks
different. The nurse anticipates that the healthcare provider
will order what?
Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH)
Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Beta human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) test
, Page 2 of 120
Creatinine level ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... A
Which statement is the most important for a nurse to make
to a patient who is taking methimazole?
"You need to notify your doctor if you have a sore throat and
fever."
"Another medication can be given if you experience any
nausea."
"You may experience some muscle soreness with this
medicine."
"Headache and dizziness may occur but not very frequently."
✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... A
A patient has been given instructions about levothyroxine
[Synthroid]. Which statement by the patient indicates
understanding of these instructions?
, Page 3 of 120
"I'll take this medication in the morning so as not to interfere
with sleep."
"I'll plan to double my dose if I gain more than 1 pound per
day."
"It is best to take the medication with food so I don't have
any nausea."
"I'll be glad when I don't have to take this medication in a few
months." ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... A
A nurse should consider which diagnostic test a priority to
obtain before a patient receives iodine-131?
White blood cell (WBC) count
Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Beta human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) test
, Page 4 of 120
Creatinine level ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... C
Which statements about levothyroxine [Synthroid] are
correct?
Select all that apply.
Levothyroxine should be taken with food.
Levothyroxine can be given by IV but is usually taken orally.
Levothyroxine brands should not be changed if possible.
Levothyroxine should be taken at night to avoid adverse
effects.
Levothyroxine can affect the metabolism of other
medications. ✓ ✓ ...... ANSWER ....... B,C,E
A nurse assesses a male patient who has developed
gynecomastia while receiving treatment for peptic ulcers.
Which medication from the patient's history should the
nurse recognize as a contributing factor?
Amoxicillin [Amoxil]
