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42. A nurse is providing discharge instructions for a patient with diabetes starting on glipizide (a sulfonylurea). Which instruction is paramount to prevent hypoglycemia?

A. Increase carbohydrate intake at bedtime.
B. Skip meals if blood glucose is high.
C. Consume alcohol in moderation.
D. Recognize signs of hypoglycemia and carry a fast-acting sugar source.
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Jun 6, 2026

40. A nurse is monitoring a patient receiving continuous IV heparin infusion. Which laboratory test is most crucial for the nurse to assess regularly to ensure therapeutic dosing?

A. PT (Prothrombin Time)
B. INR (International Normalized Ratio)
C. aPTT (activated Partial Thromboplastin Time)
D. Platelet count
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Jun 6, 2026

39. A patient is on metoprolol for angina. The nurse explains that this medication works by:

A. Dilating coronary arteries
B. Increasing heart rate and contractility
C. Decreasing myocardial oxygen demand by slowing heart rate
D. Preventing platelet aggregation
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Jun 6, 2026

38. A patient with chronic hypertension is prescribed lisinopril. Which nursing implication is most relevant for patient education regarding the first dose?

A. Take with food to avoid stomach upset.
B. Monitor for persistent dry cough.
C. Rise slowly from a sitting or lying position.
D. Expect a sudden drop in blood pressure.
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Jun 6, 2026

37. A nurse is teaching a patient about drug adverse effects versus side effects. Which statement accurately differentiates the two?

A. "Side effects are always harmful, while adverse effects are not."
B. "Adverse effects are unintended, undesirable, and potentially harmful drug effects, while side effects are often expected and manageable."
C. "Both terms refer to the same thing and can be used interchangeably."
D. "Side effects require immediate discontinuation of the drug, unlike adverse effects."
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Jun 6, 2026

34. A nurse is assessing a patient experiencing severe diarrhea. The patient’s physician prescribes loperamide. The nurse understands this medication works by:

A. Stimulating intestinal motility
B. Increasing fluid secretion in the bowel
C. Inhibiting peristalsis and prolonging transit time
D. Destroying pathogenic bacteria in the gut
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30. A nurse is teaching a patient about antibiotic resistance. Which statement best reflects the nurse’s teaching?

A. "You should stop taking antibiotics as soon as you feel better."
B. "Antibiotics are effective against both bacterial and viral infections."
C. "Overuse and misuse of antibiotics contribute to resistance."
D. "New antibiotics are always available to treat resistant infections."
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

28. A nurse is preparing to administer insulin glargine (Lantus). The nurse knows that this insulin is characterized by:

A. Rapid onset, short duration
B. Intermediate onset, intermediate duration
C. Peakless, long duration
D. Variable onset, long duration
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

27. A patient with severe pain is prescribed an opioid analgesic. The nurse’s priority assessment after administration should be:

A. Nausea and vomiting
B. Respiratory depression
C. Constipation
D. Drowsiness
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

25. A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is prescribed a long-acting inhaled anticholinergic (e.g., tiotropium). The nurse understands that this medication works by:

A. Directly relaxing bronchial smooth muscle
B. Reducing inflammation in the airways
C. Blocking acetylcholine at muscarinic receptors
D. Suppressing cough reflex
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026
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