Question 1 of 5

An adult who has gastroenteritis and is on digitalis ha lab values of: K 3.2 mEq/L, Na 136 mEq/L, Ca 8.8 mg/dl, and Cl 98 mEq/L. the nurse puts which of the following on the client�s plan of care?

A. Stop digitalis therapy B. Observe for trousseau�s and chovestek�s C. Avoid foods rich in potassium signs D. Observe for digitalis toxicity

Question 2 of 5

The cause of death of most AIDS patients who develop multiple opportunistic infections is/are the following: a.Weakened immune system impairs response to therapy

A. AH of these (a, b, c) B. Weakened immune system impairs resistance to infection C. Infection cannot be treated effectively D.

Question 3 of 5

Which instruction about insulin administration should the nurse give to a client?

A. �Always follow the same order when drawing the different insulin into the syringe.� B. �Shake the vial before withdrawing the insulin.� C. �Store unopened vials of insulin in the freezer at temperatures well below freezing.� D. �Discard the intermediate-acting insulin if it disappears cloudy.�

Question 4 of 5

Which of the following tests would the nurse use as an initial screening test to determine hearing loss?

A. Romberg test B. Caloric test C. Otoscopic examination D. Whisper voice test

Question 5 of 5

Which of the ff. statements, if made by a patient with hypertension, indicates to a nurse a need for more teaching?

A. �High BP may affect the kidneys and eyes.� B. �Most people with hypertension watch their diet.� C. �Medication will no longer be needed when I feel better.� D. �Many people do not know when their BP is high.�

Pharmacology and the Nursing Process 9th Edition Test Bank

Skildor

ATI RN

ATI RN