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Question 1 of 5

As an antacid, sodium bicarbonate has the following disadvantages EXCEPT:

A. It causes acid rebound

B. In ulcer patients, it increases risk of perforation

C. It has low acid neutralizing capacity

D. It is contraindicated in CHF

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: It has low acid neutralizing capacity

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for Clonidine to assist with maintenance of abstinence from opioids. The nurse should instruct the client to monitor for which of the following adverse effects?

A. Diarrhea

B. Dry mouth

C. Insomnia

D. Hypertension

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Dry mouth

Question 3 of 5

Sarah, a 42-year-old female, requests a prescription for an anorexiant to treat her obesity. A trial of phentermine is prescribed. Prescribing precautions include:

A. Understanding that obesity is a contraindication to prescribing phentermine

B. Anorexiants may cause tolerance and should only be prescribed for 6 months

C. Patients should be monitored for postural hypotension

D. Renal function should be monitored closely while on anorexiants

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Patients should be monitored for postural hypotension

Question 4 of 5

Which name identifies a drug listed by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)?

A. Brand

B. Nonproprietary

C. Official

D. Trademark

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Official

Question 5 of 5

There is evidence that dietary supplementation or adequate intake of fish oils and omega-3 fatty acids have well-documented:

A. Concern for developing cardiac dysrhythmias

B. Anti-inflammatory effects

C. Total cholesterol-lowering effects

D. Effects on fasting blood sugar

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Anti-inflammatory effects

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