Pharmacology HESI 2023

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Pharmacology HESI 2023 Questions

Question 1 of 5

A client with severe depression is prescribed sertraline. Which statement by the client indicates the need for further teaching?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A. Clients should not stop taking sertraline abruptly once they feel better without consulting their healthcare provider. It is important to complete the full course of treatment as prescribed to prevent a relapse of symptoms. Stopping the medication suddenly can lead to withdrawal symptoms and may worsen the condition.

Question 2 of 5

The practical nurse administered carbidopa-levodopa to a client diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Which outcome by the client would indicate a therapeutic response?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Carbidopa-levodopa increases the amount of levodopa to the CNS, providing more dopamine to the brain. Increased dopamine levels help alleviate Parkinson's symptoms such as tremors, involuntary movements, and gait abnormalities.

Question 3 of 5

A client undergoing hemodialysis for chronic kidney disease is taking the medication erythropoietin. The nurse should reinforce instructions to explain for which reason this medication is prescribed?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Erythropoietin is prescribed to stimulate the production of red blood cells. Clients undergoing hemodialysis often develop anemia due to end-stage renal disease. Erythropoietin helps in correcting this anemia by stimulating red blood cell production. It is not used to prevent infections associated with dialysis, deep vein thrombosis, or to balance phosphorus levels in the body.

Question 4 of 5

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

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: When a client with chronic kidney disease is prescribed sevelamer carbonate, the nurse should monitor for hypercalcemia as a potential side effect. Sevelamer carbonate can bind to dietary calcium and impair its absorption, potentially leading to elevated calcium levels in the blood. Monitoring calcium levels is crucial to detect and manage hypercalcemia promptly.

Question 5 of 5

A client is prescribed nitroglycerin sublingual tablets. The practical nurse should reinforce which instruction?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Nitroglycerin sublingual tablets are sensitive to heat and moisture, so they should be stored in a cool, dry place to maintain their efficacy. Choice B is incorrect because nitroglycerin tablets should be taken as directed by the healthcare provider. Choice C is incorrect because sublingual tablets should be placed under the tongue to dissolve, not swallowed. Choice D is incorrect because sublingual tablets should not be chewed; they are meant to be absorbed through the tissues under the tongue.

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