Core Concepts in Pharmacology 3rd ed By Holland - Adams - Test Bank

Core Concepts in Pharmacology 3rd ed By Holland – Adams – Test Bank

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Name___________________________________
MULTIPLE CHOICE. Choose the one alternative that best completes the statement or answers the question.
1) The ________ phase of the nursing process is the systematic collection, organization, validation,
and documentation of patient data.
A) Implementation B) Assessment
C) Planning D) Evaluation
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2) Select all of the reasons a nurse needs to collect baseline data for each client:
A) To evaluate therapeutic drug effects
B) To be able to evaluate current laboratory data
C) To eliminate the need to monitor vital signs
D) To evaluate adverse drug effects
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3) Assessment related to pharmacology must include which of the following? Select all that apply.
A) Heart and lung assessment
B) Allergies to medications
C) All current medications, including OTC medications
D) Herbal products and dietary supplements
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4) The client complains of pain and nausea. The client has an elevated serum potassium level, and
has vomited twice on day shift. Which of these signs and symptoms are examples of subjective
data? Select all that apply.
A) Nausea B) Elevated serum potassium level
C) Pain D) Vomiting
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5) Which of the following would not be objective data?
A) Nausea B) Chest x-ray
C) Current vital signs D) Palpable pulses in all extremities
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6) The nurse is caring for a client who verbalized severe pain in the right arm. The nurse understands
this to be:
A) Critical data. B) Subjective data.
C) Irrelevant data. D) Objective data.
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7) Sources of data collection include which of the following? Select all that apply.
A) The client
B) The client is the only source for data collection.
C) Other health care providers
D) The medical record
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8) The role of the LPN/LVN is to:
A) Develop a plan of care.
B) Identify appropriate nursing diagnoses.
C) Incorporate medical diagnoses into the care plan.
D) Collect data.
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9) When obtaining a medication history, the nurse should: (Select all that apply.)
A) Assess the client for potential IV sites.
B) Assess tobacco and alcohol use.
C) Assess pregnancy status in female clients.
D) Assess for medication allergies.
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10) A nursing diagnosis is identified and developed by the RN. Which of the following statements is
an accurate example of a nursing diagnosis?
A) Left leg fracture related to fall
B) Activity intolerance related to acute knee pain.
C) Activity intolerance
D) Non-radiating left knee pain
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11) The diagnosis phase of the nursing process addresses which three areas of concern? Select all that
apply.
A) Minimizing drug effects and toxicity
B) Promoting therapeutic drug effects
C) Ensuring that the client takes all prescribed medications
D) Maximizing the ability of the client for self-care
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12) The RN has developed nursing diagnoses for a client. Which of the following nursing diagnoses
are related to pharmacology? Select all that apply.
A) Altered nutrition: less than body requirements related to drug-induced nausea
B) Activity intolerance related to acute knee pain
C) Risk for injury related to drug effects
D) Non-compliance with drug therapy related to lack of knowledge
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13) Following the establishment of a nursing diagnosis, which phase of the nursing process begins?
A) Implementation B) Planning
C) Assessment D) Evaluation
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14) The ________ phase of the nursing process includes prioritizing diagnoses, formulating goals, and
selecting nursing interventions.
A) Assessment B) Evaluation
C) Planning D) Implementation
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15) Which of the following should not be considered when planning interventions?
A) Acceptability to the client B) The personal beliefs of the nurse
C) Available resources D) Current practice guidelines
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16) When administering PO medications, the nurse must plan how and when to administer the drug.
Which of the following is not a factor when planning to administer a PO medication?
A) Should the medication be given on an empty stomach?
B) How long should the infusion last?
C) Can the medication be split?
D) Can the medication be crushed?
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17) A client has been prescribed a medication that will be given only while the client is in the hospital.
The nurse does not need to include which of the following in client teaching?
A) Potential side effects B) Name of the drug
C) Reason for administration D) Drug classification
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18) The first step of the planning phase is identifying a goal with specific evaluation criteria. The
second step is:
A) Assessment of current vital signs.
B) There is only one step in the planning phase.
C) Formulation of a list of health conditions.
D) Formulation of a list of nursing interventions.
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19) The ________ phase is when the nurse applies knowledge, skills, and principles of nursing care to
move the client towards the desired goal.
A) Planning B) Assessment
C) Implementation D) Evaluation
19)
20) A hospitalized client has several medications scheduled for 0900. The nurse prepares to administer
the medications to the client. Which of the following is true regarding the administration of
medications?
A) A hospitalized client cannot refuse medications.
B) The nurse needs to assess vital signs, laboratory tests, and physical findings to determine
whether administration of medication is appropriate at this time.
C) The nurse must always give all scheduled medications.
D) Physical assessment does not need to be done prior to medication administration.
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21) When applied to pharmacology, the implementation phase involves which of the following? Select
all that apply.
A) Evaluation of goals B) Provide client teaching.
C) Documentation D) Administration of the drug
21)
22) The ________ phase compares the clientʹs current health status with desired outcomes to
determine whether the plan of care is appropriate or needs revision.
A) Evaluation B) Planning
C) Assessment D) Implementation
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23) Following the evaluation phase of the nursing process, a lack of medication response could be
caused by:
A) All medications produce appropriate response.
B) Lack of change in clientʹs health condition.
C) Adherence to drug regimen.
D) Non-adherence to drug regimen.
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24) Many clients take OTC supplements on a daily basis. Which of the following is not true of OTC
supplements?
A) OTC supplements can cancel the effects of a medication.
B) OTC supplements have no effect on prescription medications.
C) OTC supplements can never be taken with prescription medications.
D) OTC supplements can increase the effects of a medication.
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25) The best way to prevent adverse drug effects is:
A) Through assessment.
B) Through thorough assessment and medication history.
C) To check vital signs prior to administering medication.
D) Through medication history.
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Answer Key
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1) B
2) A, B, D
3) B, C, D
4) A, C
5) A
6) B
7) A, C, D
8) D
9) B, C, D
10) B
11) A, B, D
12) A, C, D
13) B
14) C
15) B
16) B
17) D
18) D
19) C
20) B
21) B, C, D
22) A
23) D
24) B
25) B
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