Pharmacology HESI 55 Questions 2023

Question 1 of 5

A client is prescribed phenobarbital 100 mg daily for the treatment of seizures. Which statement made by the client indicates an accurate understanding of the medication phenobarbital?

A. I will take my medicine at 10 PM before retiring to bed. B. The medication will turn the color of my urine to a pink color. C. I should not eat or drink anything for at least 2 hours before taking my medicine. D. In the event a seizure occurs in the middle of the day, I need to take an extra dose of my medicine.

Question 2 of 5

A client with chronic heart failure is prescribed furosemide. The nurse should monitor the client for which potential adverse effect?

A. Increased blood glucose levels B. Electrolyte imbalance C. Dehydration D. Weight gain

Question 3 of 5

A client with a history of deep vein thrombosis is prescribed apixaban. The nurse should monitor for which potential adverse effect?

A. Increased risk of bleeding B. Decreased risk of bleeding C. Increased risk of infection D. Decreased risk of infection

Question 4 of 5

What is the primary nursing intervention that the practical nurse should perform before administering ampicillin to a client diagnosed with a urinary tract infection?

A. Obtain a clean-catch urine specimen. B. Assess the urine pH for acidity. C. Insert an indwelling catheter. D. Assess for complaints of dysuria.

Question 5 of 5

A client with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder is prescribed topiramate. The nurse should monitor for which potential adverse effect?

A. Cognitive impairment B. Weight gain C. Liver toxicity D. Weight gain

Pharmacology HESI 55 Questions 2023

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