2023 HESI Pharmacology Verified Questions with Answers

2023 HESI Pharmacology Verified Questions with Answers HESI Pharmacology Exit Exam What is the indication for metoclopramide/reglan? - Prevention of chemotherapy-induced emesis and diabetic gastroparesis Side effects of metoclopramide/reglan - Drowsiness, EPS such as tremors Notify MD if what occurs when using metoclopramide/reglan - Tremors What is the indication xenical (orlistat, Alli) - For PTs with BMI of 30+; LT weight control SE of xenical (orlistat or alli) - Oily stool and flatulence Nursing implications for a pt on xenical (orlistat or alli) - Ask pt to describe dietary intake since SE are increased if greater than 30% of fat is in diet. What can decrease side effects of xenical (orlistat or alli) - Fiber laxatives like Metamucil help decrease SE by binding to the fat. Which type of fluids need plenty of water? - Bulk forming laxatives Why do you need plenty of fluids when taking bulk forming laxatives - Because they can produce esophageal and or intestinal obstruction Laxative use assessment - Last BM and characteristics, abdominal pain, fever and obstruction. Assess dietary and fluid intake. With laxative use the nurse should - Encourage fluids, fiber and exercise as tolerated/indicated Laxative use and result in - Lack of bowel tone which can lead to dependency