❍ A. There is less chance of forgetting the medication if taken in the morning.
❍ B. There will be less fluid retention if taken in the morning.
❍ C. Prednisone is absorbed best with the breakfast meal.
❍ D. Morning administration mimics the body’s natural secretion of corticosteroid.
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2. The physician prescribes captopril (Capoten) 25mg po tid for the client with hypertension. Which of the following adverse reactions can occur with administration of Capoten?
❍ A. Tinnitus
❍ B. Persistent cough
❍ C. Muscle weakness
❍ D. Diarrhea
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3. The client returns to the unit from surgery with a blood pressure of 90/50, pulse 132, respirations 30. Which action by the nurse should receive priority?
❍ A. Continue to monitor the vital signs
❍ B. Contact the physician
❍ C. Ask the client how he feels
❍ D. Ask the LPN to continue the post-op care
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4. A client with acute leukemia develops a low white blood cell count. In addition to the institution of isolation, the nurse should:
❍ A. Request that foods be served with disposable utensils
❍ B. Ask the client to wear a mask when visitors are present
❍ C. Prep IV sites with mild soap and water and alcohol
❍ D. Provide foods in sealed single-serving packages
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5. The physician has ordered sodium warfarin (Coumadin) for the client with thrombophlebitis. The order should be entered to administer the medication at:
❍ A. 0900
❍ B. 1200
❍ C. 1700
❍ D. 2100
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