Pharmacology HESI

Question 1 of 46

Salicylic acid is prescribed for a client with a diagnosis of psoriasis. The nurse monitors the client, knowing that which of the following would indicate the presence of systemic toxicity from this medication?

A. Tinnitus

B. Diarrhea

C. Constipation

D. Decreased respirations

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Question 2 of 46

Isotretinoin is prescribed for a client with severe acne. Before the administration of this medication, the nurse anticipates that which laboratory test will be prescribed?

A. Platelet count

B. Triglyceride level

C. Complete blood count

D. White blood cell count

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Question 3 of 46

The healthcare provider has prescribed silver sulfadiazine (Silvadene) for the client with a partial-thickness burn, which has cultured positive for gram-negative bacteria. The nurse is reinforcing information to the client about the medication. Which statement made by the client indicates a lack of understanding about the treatment?

A. The medication is an antibacterial.

B. The medication will help heal the burn.

C. The medication will permanently stain my skin.

D. The medication should be applied directly to the wound.

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Question 4 of 46

The client with small cell lung cancer is being treated with etoposide (VePesid). The nurse assisting in caring for the client during its administration understands that which side effect is specifically associated with this medication?

A. Alopecia

B. Chest pain

C. Pulmonary fibrosis

D. Orthostatic hypotension

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Question 5 of 46

Tamoxifen is prescribed for the client with metastatic breast carcinoma. The nurse understands that the primary action of this medication is to:

A. Increase DNA and RNA synthesis.

B. Promote the biosynthesis of nucleic acids.

C. Increase estrogen concentration and estrogen response.

D. Compete with estradiol for binding to estrogen in tissues containing high concentrations of receptors.

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