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HESI LPN · HESI LPN Pharmacology · Pharmacology HESI 2023

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Question 1 of 5

A client with pulmonary tuberculosis has been taking rifampin for 3 weeks. The client reports orange urine. What should be the nurse's next action?

A. Notify the client's health care provider.

B. Inform the client that this is not harmful.

C. Assess the client for other signs of nephrotoxicity.

D. Monitor the client's most recent creatinine level.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Inform the client that this is not harmful.

Question 2 of 5

A client with chronic kidney disease is prescribed ferric citrate. The nurse should monitor for which potential side effect?

A. Constipation

B. Diarrhea

C. Nausea

D. Hyperphosphatemia

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Constipation

Question 3 of 5

A client with hypertension is prescribed amlodipine. The nurse should monitor for which potential adverse effect?

A. Peripheral edema

B. Bradycardia

C. Hypertension

D. Increased appetite

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Peripheral edema

Question 4 of 5

A healthcare professional prepares to administer a scheduled dose of labetalol by mouth to a client with hypertension. The client's heart rate is 48 beats/min, respirations are 16 breaths/min, and blood pressure is 150/90 mmHg.

A. Administer the dose and monitor the client's blood pressure regularly

B. Apply a telemetry monitor before administering the dose

C. Assess for orthostatic hypotension before administering the dose

D. Withhold the scheduled dose and notify the healthcare provider

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Withhold the scheduled dose and notify the healthcare provider

Question 5 of 5

What instruction should the nurse include in the teaching plan for a client prescribed etanercept for rheumatoid arthritis?

A. Rotate injection sites to prevent irritation.

B. Take this medication with food to reduce gastrointestinal upset.

C. Avoid sunlight exposure while on this medication.

D. Notify the healthcare provider of any signs of infection.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Rotate injection sites to prevent irritation.

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