Try Naxlex NCLEX-RN (Free-Trial)

A nurse is caring for a patient with a history of hypertension. The client reports compliance with the prescribed Thiazide medication but is complaining of generalized weakness and palpitations. The nurse should monitor the client for which potential complications of diuretics.

Hyperkalemia

Cardiac dysrhythmias

Seizures

Hypoglycemia

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

Rationale:

A. Hyperkalemia is not typically associated with thiazide diuretics.

B. Cardiac dysrhythmias can occur with thiazide diuretics due to electrolyte imbalances.

C. Seizures are not typically associated with thiazide diuretics.

D. Hypoglycemia is not typically associated with thiazide diuretics.

Nursing Test Bank

Quiz #1: RN Exams Pharmacology Exams Quiz #2: RN Exams Medical-Surgical Exams Quiz #3: RN Exams Fundamentals Exams Quiz #4: RN Exams Maternal-Newborn Exams Quiz #5: RN Exams Anatomy and Physiology Exams Quiz #6: RN Exams Obstetrics and Pediatrics Exams Quiz #7: RN Exams Fluid and Electrolytes Exams Quiz #8: RN Exams Community Health Exams Quiz #9: RN Exams Promoting Health across the lifespan Exams Quiz #10: RN Exams Multidimensional care Exams

Get 100+ Naxlex Exit Exams for $79 Try Naxlex NCLEX-RN (14 Day Free-Trial)

Naxlex Comprehensive Predictor Exams

Quiz #1: Naxlex RN Comprehensive online practice 2019 B with NGN Quiz #2: Naxlex RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Quiz #3: Naxlex RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Exit Exam A Quiz #4: Naxlex HESI Exit LPN Exam Quiz #5: Naxlex PN Comprehensive Predictor PN 2020 Quiz #6: Naxlex VATI PN Comprehensive Predictor 2020 Quiz #8: Naxlex PN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 - Exam 1 Quiz #10: Naxlex HESI PN Exit exam Quiz #11: Naxlex HESI PN EXIT Exam 2

Free Nursing Study Resources

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Rationale:

A. Petechiae are small, pinpoint red or purple spots on the skin that may indicate bleeding or thrombocytopenia, which can be a side effect of heparin therapy.

B. Slowing pulse rate is not typically associated with heparin therapy.

C. Confusion is not typically associated with heparin therapy.

D. Pruritus (itching) is not typically associated with heparin therapy.

A. Check your skin for increased bruising B. Missing 1 dose of medication is not a risk C. The client may develop hypothyroidism. D. Hypertension is not a risk factor

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Rationale:

A. This is important because AFib can lead to blood clots, which may cause bruising or other skin changes.

B. Missing doses of medication can increase the risk of complications in atrial fibrillation.

C. Hypothyroidism is not directly related to AFib. Therefore, this information is not relevant for AFib education.

D. Hypertension is a risk factor for atrial fibrillation.

View Question and Answer

Whether you are a student looking to ace your exams or a practicing nurse seeking to enhance your expertise , our nursing education contents will empower you with the confidence and competence to make a difference in the lives of patients and become a respected leader in the healthcare field.

Visit Naxlex, invest in your future and unlock endless possibilities with our unparalleled nursing education contents today

A nurse is caring for a patient with a history of hypertension. The client reports compliance with the prescribed Thiazide medication but is complaining of generalized weakness and palpitations. The nurse should monitor the client for which potential complications of diuretics.

Nursing Test Bank

Naxlex Comprehensive Predictor Exams

A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving intravenous heparin therapy for deep vein thrombosis. The nurse evaluates for side effects of this drug by observing for:

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A nurse is teaching a client who has a new diagnosis of atrial fibrillation. The nurse should include which of the following in the education?

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about evaluating cardiac rhythms. Which of the following best explains calculation of the heart rate?

A nurse is caring for a patient with a history of hypertension. The client reports compliance with the prescribed Thiazide medication but is complaining of generalized weakness and palpitations. The nurse should monitor the client for which potential complications of diuretics.

A nurse is caring for a client post cardiac catheterization via the right groin site. The nurse is aware that which of the following findings needs to be reported to the interventional cardiologist as soon as it is identified.

A nurse is collecting a medication history from a client who is scheduled to have a cardiac catheterization. Which of the following medications taken by the client interacts with contrast material and places the client at risk for acute kidney injury?

A nurse is reviewing blood pressure classifications with a group of nurses at an in-service meeting. Which of the following should the nurse include as a risk factor for the development of hypertension?

A nurse is caring for a client post transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). During the first cardiac rehabilitation session, the client tells the nurse, "I do not need to be here. I am feeling so much better, I can do this at home". Which of the following is the appropriate nursing response?

A nurse is caring for a client who is having an acute myocardial infarction (MI). The nurse is aware that which of the following are part of the assessment of cardiac pain. (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)

A nurse is caring for a client admitted with hypertensive emergency. The nurse is aware the treatment goals for the patient include which of the following?