Introductory Clinical Pharmacology, With Over
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A nurse caring for a client who has an infected wound removes a dressing saturated with
blood and purulent drainage. How should the nurse dispose of the dressing material?
A. Discard the dressing in the bedside trash receptacle
B. Dispose of the dressing in a biohazardous waste container
C. Enclose the dressing in a single clear plastic bag and discard in the bedside trash
receptacle
D. Place the dressing in a sealed paper bag
Answer: B. Dispose of the dressing in a biohazardous waste container
Rationale: Dressings contaminated with blood or infectious material are considered
biohazardous. They must be disposed of in designated biohazard containers to prevent
contamination and exposure to pathogens.
A nurse is caring for a female client who has recurrent kidney stones and is scheduled for
an intravenous pyelogram. Which statement should the nurse report to the provider?
A. "I drink at least 2 quarts of fluid every day."
B. "The last time I voided it was painful and red-tinged."
C. "My period ended 2 days ago."
D. "I don't eat shellfish because it gives me hives."
Answer: D. "I don't eat shellfish because it gives me hives."
Rationale: Shellfish allergy may indicate a possible allergy to iodine-based contrast dye
used in IV pyelograms. This information is critical to prevent a potential severe allergic
reaction.
A nurse is preparing to administer 40 mEq of potassium chloride in 500 mL 0.45% sodium
chloride IV to infuse 10 mEq/hr. How many mL/hr should the nurse set the IV pump?
A. 100 mL/hr
B. 125 mL/hr
,C. 150 mL/hr
D. 200 mL/hr
Answer: B. 125 mL/hr
Rationale: Calculate the rate using the formula:
Rate (mL/hr)=Desired dose (mEq/hr)×Volume (mL)Total dose (mEq)=10×50040=125 mL/hr\
text{Rate (mL/hr)} = \frac{\text{Desired dose (mEq/hr)} \times \text{Volume
(mL)}}{\text{Total dose (mEq)}} = \frac{10 \times 500}{40} = 125 \text{
mL/hr}Rate (mL/hr)=Total dose (mEq)Desired dose (mEq/hr)×Volume (mL)=4010×500
=125 mL/hr
A nurse working for a home agency is assessing an older adult male client. Which finding is
the priority to address?
A. Swollen gums
B. Pruritus
C. Urinary hesitancy
D. Dysphagia
Answer: D. Dysphagia
Rationale: Dysphagia is a priority because it can lead to aspiration, choking, or airway
compromise, which are life-threatening emergencies.
A nurse is giving a presentation on preventing deep-vein thrombosis (DVT). Which are risk
factors for this disorder? (Select all that apply.)
A. BMI of 20
B. Recent long flight
C. Hypertension
D. High calcium intake
E. Immobility
Answer: B. Recent long flight, E. Immobility
Rationale: Prolonged immobility, including long flights, increases venous stasis, a major
contributor to DVT. BMI of 20, hypertension, and high calcium intake are not primary risk
factors.
A nurse is teaching a client with a nasogastric (NG) tube for a pyloric obstruction. What is
the rationale for using the NG tube?
,A. Determine pH of gastric secretions
B. Supply nutrients via tube feedings
C. Decompress the stomach
D. Administer medications
Answer: C. Decompress the stomach
Rationale: NG tubes remove gastric contents to relieve obstruction and prevent vomiting.
They are not primarily for feeding or medication administration in this context.
A nurse provides a back massage to an unconscious, restless client in palliative care. Which
findings indicate a therapeutic response? (Select all that apply.)
A. The shoulders droop
B. Facial muscles relax
C. Respiratory rate increases
D. Pulse is within the expected range
E. The client draws legs into fetal position
Answer: A. The shoulders droop, B. Facial muscles relax, D. Pulse is within the expected
range
Rationale: Relaxation responses include decreased muscle tension, facial relaxation, and
stable vital signs. Increased respiratory rate or fetal positioning indicates stress or
discomfort.
A nurse is assessing a postoperative client with anemia due to blood loss. Which finding is
expected?
A. Fatigue
B. Hypertension
C. Bradycardia
D. Diarrhea
Answer: A. Fatigue
Rationale: Anemia reduces oxygen-carrying capacity, resulting in fatigue.
A nurse reviews arterial blood gas (ABG) results in a client suspected of metabolic acidosis.
Which result is expected?
A. pH below 7.35
B. HCO3 above 26 mEq/L
, C. PaO2 below 70 mmHg
D. PaCO2 above 45 mmHg
Answer: A. pH below 7.35
Rationale: Metabolic acidosis is characterized by a low pH and low bicarbonate (HCO3).
A hospice nurse reviews prescriptions for a palliative care client. Which prescriptions are
expected? (Select all that apply.)
A. Provide skin care with a moisture barrier cream
B. Administer artificial tears PRN
C. Obtain vital signs every 2 hr
D. Perform mouth care every hour
E. Administer oxygen 2L/min via nasal cannula
Answer: A, B, D, E
Rationale: Palliative care focuses on comfort measures. Frequent vitals are not routinely
required unless clinically indicated.
A nurse plans care for a postoperative client at risk of paralytic ileus. Which intervention
promotes peristalsis?
A. Increase ambulation
B. Decrease fluid intake
C. Increase protein intake
D. Offer bedpan every 2 hr
Answer: A. Increase ambulation
Rationale: Early mobilization stimulates bowel motility and helps prevent ileus.
A nurse completes care for a client on airborne precautions. Which PPE item should be
removed last?
A. Mask
B. Gloves
C. Gown
D. Goggles
Answer: A. Mask
Rationale: The mask is removed last to maintain respiratory protection until the nurse
exits the isolation area.
2,500+ Quiz & Ans 12th Edition by Ford Test Bank
2025 - 2026 Edition All Chapters Complete
Answers/ Solutions | Graded A + | 100 %
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A nurse caring for a client who has an infected wound removes a dressing saturated with
blood and purulent drainage. How should the nurse dispose of the dressing material?
A. Discard the dressing in the bedside trash receptacle
B. Dispose of the dressing in a biohazardous waste container
C. Enclose the dressing in a single clear plastic bag and discard in the bedside trash
receptacle
D. Place the dressing in a sealed paper bag
Answer: B. Dispose of the dressing in a biohazardous waste container
Rationale: Dressings contaminated with blood or infectious material are considered
biohazardous. They must be disposed of in designated biohazard containers to prevent
contamination and exposure to pathogens.
A nurse is caring for a female client who has recurrent kidney stones and is scheduled for
an intravenous pyelogram. Which statement should the nurse report to the provider?
A. "I drink at least 2 quarts of fluid every day."
B. "The last time I voided it was painful and red-tinged."
C. "My period ended 2 days ago."
D. "I don't eat shellfish because it gives me hives."
Answer: D. "I don't eat shellfish because it gives me hives."
Rationale: Shellfish allergy may indicate a possible allergy to iodine-based contrast dye
used in IV pyelograms. This information is critical to prevent a potential severe allergic
reaction.
A nurse is preparing to administer 40 mEq of potassium chloride in 500 mL 0.45% sodium
chloride IV to infuse 10 mEq/hr. How many mL/hr should the nurse set the IV pump?
A. 100 mL/hr
B. 125 mL/hr
,C. 150 mL/hr
D. 200 mL/hr
Answer: B. 125 mL/hr
Rationale: Calculate the rate using the formula:
Rate (mL/hr)=Desired dose (mEq/hr)×Volume (mL)Total dose (mEq)=10×50040=125 mL/hr\
text{Rate (mL/hr)} = \frac{\text{Desired dose (mEq/hr)} \times \text{Volume
(mL)}}{\text{Total dose (mEq)}} = \frac{10 \times 500}{40} = 125 \text{
mL/hr}Rate (mL/hr)=Total dose (mEq)Desired dose (mEq/hr)×Volume (mL)=4010×500
=125 mL/hr
A nurse working for a home agency is assessing an older adult male client. Which finding is
the priority to address?
A. Swollen gums
B. Pruritus
C. Urinary hesitancy
D. Dysphagia
Answer: D. Dysphagia
Rationale: Dysphagia is a priority because it can lead to aspiration, choking, or airway
compromise, which are life-threatening emergencies.
A nurse is giving a presentation on preventing deep-vein thrombosis (DVT). Which are risk
factors for this disorder? (Select all that apply.)
A. BMI of 20
B. Recent long flight
C. Hypertension
D. High calcium intake
E. Immobility
Answer: B. Recent long flight, E. Immobility
Rationale: Prolonged immobility, including long flights, increases venous stasis, a major
contributor to DVT. BMI of 20, hypertension, and high calcium intake are not primary risk
factors.
A nurse is teaching a client with a nasogastric (NG) tube for a pyloric obstruction. What is
the rationale for using the NG tube?
,A. Determine pH of gastric secretions
B. Supply nutrients via tube feedings
C. Decompress the stomach
D. Administer medications
Answer: C. Decompress the stomach
Rationale: NG tubes remove gastric contents to relieve obstruction and prevent vomiting.
They are not primarily for feeding or medication administration in this context.
A nurse provides a back massage to an unconscious, restless client in palliative care. Which
findings indicate a therapeutic response? (Select all that apply.)
A. The shoulders droop
B. Facial muscles relax
C. Respiratory rate increases
D. Pulse is within the expected range
E. The client draws legs into fetal position
Answer: A. The shoulders droop, B. Facial muscles relax, D. Pulse is within the expected
range
Rationale: Relaxation responses include decreased muscle tension, facial relaxation, and
stable vital signs. Increased respiratory rate or fetal positioning indicates stress or
discomfort.
A nurse is assessing a postoperative client with anemia due to blood loss. Which finding is
expected?
A. Fatigue
B. Hypertension
C. Bradycardia
D. Diarrhea
Answer: A. Fatigue
Rationale: Anemia reduces oxygen-carrying capacity, resulting in fatigue.
A nurse reviews arterial blood gas (ABG) results in a client suspected of metabolic acidosis.
Which result is expected?
A. pH below 7.35
B. HCO3 above 26 mEq/L
, C. PaO2 below 70 mmHg
D. PaCO2 above 45 mmHg
Answer: A. pH below 7.35
Rationale: Metabolic acidosis is characterized by a low pH and low bicarbonate (HCO3).
A hospice nurse reviews prescriptions for a palliative care client. Which prescriptions are
expected? (Select all that apply.)
A. Provide skin care with a moisture barrier cream
B. Administer artificial tears PRN
C. Obtain vital signs every 2 hr
D. Perform mouth care every hour
E. Administer oxygen 2L/min via nasal cannula
Answer: A, B, D, E
Rationale: Palliative care focuses on comfort measures. Frequent vitals are not routinely
required unless clinically indicated.
A nurse plans care for a postoperative client at risk of paralytic ileus. Which intervention
promotes peristalsis?
A. Increase ambulation
B. Decrease fluid intake
C. Increase protein intake
D. Offer bedpan every 2 hr
Answer: A. Increase ambulation
Rationale: Early mobilization stimulates bowel motility and helps prevent ileus.
A nurse completes care for a client on airborne precautions. Which PPE item should be
removed last?
A. Mask
B. Gloves
C. Gown
D. Goggles
Answer: A. Mask
Rationale: The mask is removed last to maintain respiratory protection until the nurse
exits the isolation area.
