PHARMACOLOGY QUESTIONS/CASE STUDIES
100% VERIFIED EXAM SOLUTION 2022
A. That the drug will kill the microorganism - ANS-A nurse is caring for a patient who
has an infection. The healthcare provider has ordered an anti
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PHARMACOLOGY QUESTIONS/CASE STUDIES
100% VERIFIED EXAM SOLUTION 2022
A. That the drug will kill the microorganism - ANS-A nurse is caring for a patient who
has an infection. The healthcare provider has ordered an antimicrobial drug for the
patient. The nurse understands that which of the following is the most important
characteristic of this drug?
A.That the drug will kill the microorganism
B.That the drug will be administered orally
C.That the drug does not have any harmful effects
D.That the drug does not interact with other drugs
B. Re-educating the patient about the medication and how it should be taken. - ANSA patient who was prescribed an oral medication to be taken 4 times a day returns to
the clinic for a follow-up visit. The patient tells the nurse that he forgets to take two or
three doses of the medication each day. What is the most appropriate action that the
nurse can take?
A.Arranging for the patient to have a home healthcare nurse
B.Re-educating the patient about the medication and how it should be taken
C.Determining whether the patient is experiencing any adverse effects
D.Telling the patient to set an alarm as a reminder to take the drug
D. Verify with the prescribing healthcare provider the reason for the medication -
ANS-While preparing to administer medications to a patient, the nurse finds that he
does not understand the rationale for the patient receiving one of the prescribed
drugs. What should he do?
A.Ask another nurse why the patient is getting this medication.
B.Ask the patient why this medication has been ordered.
C.Research the medication, focusing on its therapeutic uses.
D.Verify with the prescribing healthcare provider the reason for the medication.
D. Call the prescriber to verify the route - ANS-When the nurse reviews a medication
order, it is not clear what route should be used for administration. Which action by
the nurse is best?
A.Use a current drug reference resource to determine the administration route.
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