Which electrolyte imbalances should be of concern for the client taking digoxin (Lanoxin)?

Which is an advantage of using packed red cells for a client in need of a blood transfusion?

A client with a diagnosis of neutropenia would most likely be transfused with which substance?

A client has no antibodies in the blood when tested for crossmatch. Which blood type is this client?

A client is given a prescription for amiodarone (Cordarone) in addition to digoxin (Lanoxin). Which action should the nurse take?

Which dietary change must a client make when starting treatment with the medication spironolactone (Aldactone)?

An elderly client is prescribed spironolactone (Aldactone) with the addition of potassium chloride (Kaochlor). Which is a true statement regarding the use of these two medications together?

An elderly client receives instructions regarding the use of warfarin sodium (Coumadin). Which statement indicates the client understands the possible food interactions which may occur with this medication?

A client admitted to the unit for treatment of an upper respiratory infection receives erythromycin lactobionate (Erythromycin). The client has a history of renal transplant and is taking cyclosporine (Neoral). These two medications can interact at which pharmacological phase?

A client involved in a major vehicle accident has type O blood. Which blood types can this client receive?

Hydrochlorthiazide (Microzide) is ordered for a client as an antihypertensive. Which should the nurse expect to be included in the client’s list of current medications?

Which statement by the nurse indicates a positive outcome for a client who takes sodium polystyrene sulfonate (Kayexalate)?

Which evaluation statement by the nurse is most accurate for a client who has been taking colchicine (Colgout)?

Timolol maleate (Timoptic) is ordered for a client with a diagnosis of open-angle glaucoma. The nurse knows this medication reduces intraocular pressure through which expected action?

An immigrant from the Kurdish Jewish population is admitted for fever of unknown origin, generalized body aches, and dyspnea. The following medication regimen is ordered: albuterol sulfate (Proventil) inhaler 2 puffs four times a day as needed for dyspnea; acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) 650 mg PO every 4 hours as needed for pain or fever; celecoxib (Celebrex) 200 mg PO daily, and fosinopril sodium (Monopril) 10 mg PO daily. Which order should the nurse question?

A client complains of increasing fatigue and pain due to rheumatoid arthritis currently being treated with sulfasalizine (Azulfidine). The client’s history includes diabetes mellitus type 2 and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The client’s medications include glipizide (Glucotrol) and estradiol (Estrace). Which symptom should the nurse expect to find as a result of medication interactions?

A client has a history of positive HIV with onset of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). The client receives 2 units of whole blood. Which transfusion reaction is this client most likely to have?

A client is admitted for minor injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. The physician order reads: desmopressin acetate (DDAVP) 0.3 mcg/kg IV × 1 dose. The nurse knows this medication is ordered to manage the client’s:

A 22-year-old female client receives Rho(D) immune globulin, human (Rhogam) after a sudden miscarriage. Which statement is true regarding this blood product?

Hypocalcemia can occur when large amounts of blood are used in critical patient situations. Which statement is true regarding the cause of hypocalcemia?

A 32-year-old female client who is 5 months pregnant is diagnosed with pelvic inflammatory disease and given a prescription for metronidazole (Flagyl). Which substance should be avoided in this client in order to prevent an interaction with Flagyl?

For which client would the use of acetaminophen (Tylenol) pose a higher risk?

A client receives a unit of packed red blood cells. Which is appropriate nursing care for this client?

A 52-year-old client is seen in the local clinic after positive seroconversion of a tuberculin (TB) test. The nurse expects the client to be placed on which medication?

A 62-year-old male client has nitroglycerin (Nitrostat) added to his medication regimen. Which statement made by this client indicates that further education is needed?

A client who receives a blood transfusion complains of chest and low back pain. Vital signs are blood pressure 94/62 mm Hg, pulse 140 beats/minute, respiratory rate 32 breaths/minute. Which nursing action takes priority?

A client takes the following medications: labetolol hydrochloride (Normodyne) 100 milligrams twice a day, ketorolac tromethamine (Toradol) 10 milligrams as needed, and mirtazapine (Remeron) 15 milligrams at bedtime. Which nursing diagnosis is most appropriate for this client?

A client is prescribed the following medications: cefprazil (Cefzil) 500 mg PO twice a day, digoxin (Lanoxin) 0.125 mg PO daily, magaldrate (Riopan) 10 mL PO ac meals, and zolpidem tartrate (Ambien) 10 mg HS. Which medications should not be given together?

The nurse receives a unit of blood at 0800 for transfusion. This unit of blood must be infused by what time?

A client awaiting surgery is accidentally given a double dose of morning medication, which includes metformin hydrochloride (Glucophage) 1000 mg and aspirin 81 mg. Which step should the nurse take to ensure no ill effects occur as a result of this incident?