South Tampa University, Pharmocology exam 2
Total Questions : 34
Showing 10 questions, Sign in for moreA client has the feeling of having “chest tightness” while experiencing “cold-like” symptoms. Her cough is nonproductive. Her physician prescribed guaifenesin (Mucinex) to help with secretions.
When teaching about this medication, what should the nurse instruct? (Select all that apply)
A client is receiving Dextromethorphan (Robitussin). The nurse knows the drug is exerting its therapeutic effects with which client report?
A patient being treated for cancer is receiving medication for palliation. The nurse understands that palliative therapy is used to
The oncology RN knows that the most important reason that patients who are undergoing chemotherapy have either intravenous ports, central lines, or peripherally inserted central line is:
A client is being discharged after receiving IV chemotherapy for cancer. Which statement indicates a need for additional teaching?
A client is scheduled to receive chemotherapy drugs that will cause myelosuppression. Which action by the nurse will be most important?
Mrs. Miller is a 34 year-old who just successfully completed chemotherapy for breast cancer. Which of the following should the RN include in her plan of care?
Ms. Samuels is scheduled to receive chemotherapy this afternoon at 1400. Her prescribed chemotherapy treatment causes nausea and vomiting as a side effect. How should the RN approach treating this patient for this side effect?
Ms. Williams is a 72 year-old female who is scheduled to begin chemotherapy within the next two weeks.
The chemotherapeutic agent that he oncologist has prescribed causes alopecia in almost 100% of all cases. Ms. Williams has always been very particular about her hair and is concerned about this side effect.
Which statement by the oncology clinic RN, as it relates to this side effect, is most appropriate?
Mr. Johnson is a 56 year-old male who is being treated for cancer of the bladder. He is receiving chemotherapy and the RN noticed that the oncologist has instructed the patient to drink 2-3 liters of water per day. In addition to staying hydrated, what is another rationale for encouraging fluid intake for this client?
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