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HESI Pharmacology Exam Practice

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1) A nurse is caring for a client with hyperparathyroidism and notes that the client's serum calcium level is 13 mg/dL. Which medication should the nurse prepare to administer as prescribed to the cli... ent? A. Calcium chloride C. Calcitonin (Miacalcin) B. Calcium gluconate D. Large doses of vitamin D 2.) Oral iron supplements are prescribed for a 6-year-old child with iron deficiency anemia. The nurse instructs the mother to administer the iron with which best food item? A. Milk B. Water C. Apple juice D. Orange juice 3.) 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 4.) The camp nurse asks the children preparing to swim in the lake if they have applied sunscreen. The nurse reminds the children that chemical sunscreens are most effective when applied: A. Immediately before swimming C. Immediately before exposure to the sun B. 15 minutes before exposure to the sun D. At least 30 minutes before exposure to the sun 5.) Mafenide acetate (Sulfamylon) is prescribed for the client with a burn injury. When applying the medication, the client complains of local discomfort and burning. Which of the following is the most appropriate nursing action? A. Notifying the registered nurse B. Discontinuing the medication C. Informing the client that this is normal D. Applying a thinner film than prescribed to the burn site [Show More]

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