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157. A patient is prescribed sucralfate for a duodenal ulcer. The nurse should instruct the patient to take this medication:

A. With meals to coat the ulcer.
B. On an empty stomach, at least 30-60 minutes before meals.
C. At bedtime only.
D. With antacids for better effect.
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Jun 6, 2026

156. A patient with GERD is prescribed metoclopramide. The nurse explains that this medication works by:

A. Neutralizing stomach acid.
B. Increasing gastric emptying.
C. Reducing acid production.
D. Coating the stomach lining.
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Jun 6, 2026
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Jun 6, 2026

153. A patient is receiving an investigational chemotherapy agent. The nurse’s priority in this situation is to:

A. Monitor for expected common side effects only.
B. Strictly adhere to the research protocol and monitor for all potential adverse effects.
C. Allow the patient to self-administer the drug.
D. Disregard patient complaints not listed as common side effects.
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Jun 6, 2026

152. A nurse is administering an antifungal cream for a skin infection. The nurse should instruct the patient to:

A. Apply a thick layer to the affected area.
B. Stop applying once the rash disappears.
C. Apply a thin layer to the affected area and surrounding healthy skin as directed.
D. Cover the area with a tight bandage.
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Jun 6, 2026
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Jun 6, 2026

150. A nurse is teaching a patient about antibiotic use. The nurse advises the patient to complete the entire course of antibiotics even if symptoms improve to:

A. Reduce the cost of treatment.
B. Ensure all bacteria are eradicated and prevent resistance.
C. Shorten the overall treatment duration.
D. Avoid future infections.
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Jun 6, 2026

149. A patient is prescribed desmopressin for diabetes insipidus. The nurse understands this medication works by:

A. Increasing urine output.
B. Reducing water reabsorption in the kidneys.
C. Mimicking antidiuretic hormone (ADH) to promote water reabsorption.
D. Stimulating glucose excretion.
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Jun 6, 2026

148. A patient is on metformin and is scheduled for a contrast-enhanced CT scan. The nurse anticipates which instruction regarding the metformin?

A. Continue metformin as usual.
B. Increase metformin dose before the scan.
C. Hold metformin for 48 hours before and after the scan.
D. Take metformin with contrast medium.
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Jun 6, 2026

147. A nurse is teaching a patient about insulin storage. The patient should be instructed to store unopened insulin vials/pens:

A. At room temperature.
B. In the freezer.
C. In the refrigerator.
D. In direct sunlight.
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Jun 6, 2026

146. A patient with allergic rhinitis is prescribed a nasal corticosteroid spray. The nurse should instruct the patient that this medication works by:

A. Dilating nasal passages.
B. Constricting blood vessels in the nose.
C. Reducing inflammation in the nasal passages.
D. Blocking histamine receptors.
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Jun 6, 2026

145. A nurse is preparing to administer albuterol via an MDI. The nurse instructs the patient to:

A. Exhale completely, then inhale deeply and slowly while activating the inhaler.
B. Inhale rapidly, then activate the inhaler.
C. Take multiple puffs before exhaling.
D. Hold breath for only 2 seconds after inhalation.
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Jun 6, 2026

142. A nurse is administering a beta-blocker to a patient. The patient’s heart rate is 52 bpm. The nurse’s most appropriate action is to:

A. Administer the medication as ordered.
B. Increase the dose of the medication.
C. Hold the medication and notify the physician.
D. Administer an antiarrhythmic.
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Jun 6, 2026

140. A nurse is teaching a patient about drug compatibility. Which factor is most important to consider when administering two IV medications simultaneously?

A. Patient's age
B. Route of administration
C. Compatibility of the drugs in solution
D. Cost of the medications
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Jun 6, 2026

139. A nurse is preparing to administer medication through a Z-track injection technique. This technique is primarily used for which purpose?

A. To deliver medication rapidly.
B. To prevent drug leakage into subcutaneous tissue and minimize irritation.
C. To administer large volumes of medication.
D. To reduce pain at the injection site for all medications.
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Jun 6, 2026
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