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Question 1 of 5

Discharge planning for patients leaving the hospital should include instructions on the use of over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. Which comment by the patient would demonstrate a good understanding of OTC drugs?

A. OTC drugs are safe and do not cause adverse effects if taken properly.

B. OTC drugs have been around for years and have not been tested by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

C. OTC drugs are different from any drugs available by prescription and cost less.

D. OTC drugs could cause serious harm if not taken according to directions.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: OTC drugs could cause serious harm if not taken according to directions.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse in a clinic is caring for a group of clients. The nurse should contact the provider about a potential contraindication to a medication for which of the following clients?

A. A client at 8 weeks of gestation who asks for an influenza immunization

B. A client who takes Prednisolone and has a no fungal infection

C. A client who has chronic liver disease and is taking hydrocortone

D. A client who has Peptic Ulcer Disease, takes Sucralfate, and tells the nurse she has started taking OTC Aluminum Hydroxide

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: A client who has chronic liver disease and is taking hydrocortone

Question 3 of 5

A nurse has received an order to administer two drugs at the same time of the day. The nurse should first:

A. Wash her hands before handling the medications

B. Consult a drug guide for compatibility

C. Question the patient concerning drug allergies

D. Identify the patient by checking the armband and asking the patient to state his or her name

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Consult a drug guide for compatibility

Question 4 of 5

The nurse transcribes an order to administer Valium 10 mg IV stat. This order is correctly interpreted by the nurse to mean it should be provided how? (Select all that apply.)

A. As needed

B. Immediately

C. One time only

D. Intravenously

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Intravenously

Question 5 of 5

The camp nurse asks the children preparing to swim in the lake if they have applied sunscreen. The nurse reminds the children that chemical sunscreens are most effective when applied:

A. Immediately before swimming

B. 15 minutes before exposure to the sun

C. Immediately before exposure to the sun

D. At least 30 minutes before exposure to the sun

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: At least 30 minutes before exposure to the sun

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