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A patient with a history of benign prostatic hyperplasia is admitted to the unit. The patient is
taking multiple medications, including tamsulosin. During the evening rounds, the patient
begins to complain of dizziness and nasal congestion. Upon assessment, the patient is
somnolent and has a blood pressure of 101/42 mm hg. The nurse is correct to suspect:
a) priapism
b) sinus infection
c) allergic reaction
d) adverse effects
D
A patient who has developed postmenopausal osteoporosis will begin taking alendronate.
The nurse will teach this patient to take the drug:
a) at bedtime to minimize adverse effects
b) for a maximum of 1-2 years
c) while sitting upright with plenty of water
d) with coffee or orange juice to increase absorption
C
When reviewing the allergy history of a patient, the nurse notes that the patient is allergic to
penicillin. Based on this finding, the nurse would question an order for which class of
antibiotics?
A) tetracyclines
b) sulfonamides
c) cephalosporins
d) quinolones
C
, When metronidazole is a component of the h. Pylori treatment regimen, the patient must be
instructed to do what?
A ) avoid alcoholic beverages
b) avoid foods containing tyramine
c) take the drug on an empt stomach
d) take the drug with food
A
A 6-year-old child has frequent constipation. The nurse provides teaching after the parent
asks the nurse why the provider recommended using laxatives only when needed. Which
statement by the parent indicates a need for further teaching?
A) children who take laxatives regularly can become dehydrated
b) chronic laxatives can cause electrolyte imbalances
c) frequesnt use of laxatives can cause diverticulitis
d) the normal reflex to defecate can be inhibited with overuse of laxatives
C
Which condition would cause the nurse to withhold a prn order for magnesium hydroxide?
A .chronic renal failure
b .cirrhosis
c. Hemorrhoids
d. Prostatitis
A
A pregnant patient who is taking ondansetron for morning sickness tells the nurse she is
experiencing headache and dizziness. What will the nurse tell her?
A. It is not safe to take any medications during pregnancy.
B .these are common side effects of ondansetron.
C. She should stop taking the ondansetron immediately.
D. She should report these adverse effects to her provider.