p.3
Hypertension Treatment Protocols
What indicates effective discharge teaching regarding lifestyle modification?
The patient says, 'I will stop what I’m doing whenever I have pain and take the pill.'
p.2
Nitroglycerin Pharmacology
What is the pharmacological action of nitroglycerin?
C. Dilate the coronary arteries.
p.2
Nitroglycerin Pharmacology
Which nursing action is inappropriate when applying nitroglycerin ointment?
B. She spreads the ointment with her fingers.
p.2
Patient Education on Medication Use
What is the nurse's best reply to Mr. Fernando's concern about taking too many nitroglycerin pills?
B. 'I must inform you that nitroglycerin is non-habituating and you should take the pills many times to relieve the pain.'
p.4
Digoxin Administration and Monitoring
What is the mechanism of action of digoxin that makes it useful in patients with CHF?
Enhances cardiac contractility.
p.2
Patient Education on Medication Use
What discharge instruction should the nurse give regarding nitroglycerin therapy?
B. The drug should be taken before engaging in exertional activities.
p.5
Iron-Deficiency Anemia Treatment
How should the nurse administer oral iron tablets?
C. With fruit juices like calamansi and orange.
p.4
Patient Education on Medication Use
What should the nurse include in the medication-teaching plan for a client discharged with Propranolol hydrochloride?
Obtain blood pressure readings regularly.
p.6
Deep Vein Thrombosis Care
What non-pharmacological measure should the nurse employ for a patient with deep vein thrombosis?
B. Elevate the legs with a pillow.
p.6
Iron-Deficiency Anemia Treatment
How should Iron dextran be administered?
B. Intramuscular, Z-track method.
p.5
Patient Education on Medication Use
Which food items should a patient avoid during digitalis therapy?
A. Fresh orange juice and potato fries.
p.3
Patient Education on Medication Use
What should Hero do about his concern regarding sexual activity?
The nurse suggests he should avoid sex for several months while on therapy.
p.6
Iron-Deficiency Anemia Treatment
What side effect should the nurse warn a patient taking oral iron preparations about?
B. Darkening of stool color.
p.2
Patient Education on Medication Use
What information should the nurse provide regarding the nitroglycerin tablet?
D. A burning sensation under the tongue is expected.
p.4
Digoxin Administration and Monitoring
What statement by the patient may indicate a possible digoxin overdose?
Nurse, I don’t feel like eating for the past few days.
p.4
Congestive Heart Failure Management
What is the main concern for a nurse administering furosemide and digoxin to a patient with congestive heart failure?
Observe for signs and symptoms of hypokalemia.
p.3
Hypertension Treatment Protocols
What must the nurse caution the patient after administering a blood-pressure lowering agent?
To avoid abrupt change of positions.
p.1
Patient Education on Medication Use
Which university is associated with the pharmacology test?
University of Iloilo - PHINMA.
p.5
Iron-Deficiency Anemia Treatment
What test should the doctor order to confirm iron-deficiency anemia?
B. Hemoglobin level determination.
p.6
Heparin Therapy in Thrombosis
What is the purpose of administering Heparin sodium for deep vein thrombosis?
B. There is a need to prevent further clot formation in the involved vessels.
p.6
Iron-Deficiency Anemia Treatment
What is the pathophysiology of pernicious anemia?
C. Absence of intrinsic factor in the stomach.
