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72. A patient with unstable angina is prescribed IV nitroglycerin. The nurse understands that the primary goal of this medication is to:

A. Increase systemic vascular resistance.
B. Improve myocardial oxygen supply by vasodilation.
C. Increase heart rate.
D. Promote fluid excretion.
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Jun 6, 2026

71. A nurse is providing care to a patient on ACE inhibitor therapy who develops angioedema. The nurse’s priority action is to:

A. Administer an antihistamine.
B. Elevate the patient's head of bed.
C. Assess airway patency and prepare for emergency intervention.
D. Administer a diuretic.
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Jun 6, 2026

70. A patient is prescribed both an oral antihypertensive and an herbal supplement for blood pressure control. The nurse should advise the patient:

A. Herbal supplements are always safe to use with prescribed medications.
B. To discontinue the prescribed medication if the herbal supplement works.
C. To inform their healthcare provider about all herbal supplements they are taking.
D. That herbal supplements are generally ineffective.
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69. A nurse is preparing to administer an intravenous push medication. After ensuring proper venous access, what is the next critical step?

A. Administer the medication rapidly.
B. Administer the medication slowly over 1-2 minutes.
C. Flush the IV line with saline before administration.
D. Observe for adverse effects.
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Jun 6, 2026

67. A patient with a peptic ulcer is prescribed omeprazole. The nurse should instruct the patient to take this medication:

A. With meals to prevent stomach upset
B. At bedtime to reduce nighttime acid
C. 30 minutes before the first meal of the day
D. Only when symptoms are severe
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66. A nurse is assessing a patient receiving chemotherapy. The patient’s absolute neutrophil count (ANC) is 800 cells/mm?. The nurse should recognize this finding as indicating:

A. A normal immune response
B. Neutropenia, increasing infection risk
C. Thrombocytopenia, increasing bleeding risk
D. Anemia, causing fatigue
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65. A patient receiving chemotherapy is experiencing severe nausea and vomiting. The physician orders ondansetron. The nurse understands this antiemetic works by:

A. Blocking dopamine receptors
B. Blocking serotonin receptors
C. Increasing gastric motility
D. Neutralizing stomach acid
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62. A patient is prescribed clindamycin for a skin infection. The nurse should instruct the patient to report which severe adverse effect immediately?

A. Mild diarrhea
B. Headache
C. Pseudomembranous colitis (severe diarrhea)
D. Skin rash
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Jun 6, 2026

61. A nurse is assessing a patient receiving intravenous gentamicin. Which complaint by the patient would indicate a potential ototoxic effect?

A. Ringing in the ears
B. Blurred vision
C. Numbness in extremities
D. Abdominal pain
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Jun 6, 2026

58. A diabetic patient on insulin therapy reports feeling shaky, dizzy, and sweaty. The nurse’s initial action should be to:

A. Administer a dose of long-acting insulin.
B. Check the patient's blood glucose level.
C. Administer a stimulant.
D. Encourage the patient to rest.
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Jun 6, 2026

56. A patient is prescribed a mucolytic agent (e.g., acetylcysteine) for thick respiratory secretions. The nurse should prioritize which intervention?

A. Restrict fluid intake to reduce secretions.
B. Administer medication at bedtime only.
C. Encourage adequate fluid intake to thin secretions.
D. Monitor for bronchodilation.
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Jun 6, 2026

55. A nurse is teaching a patient with asthma about the difference between a rescue inhaler and a maintenance inhaler. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding?

A. "I will use my rescue inhaler every day to prevent attacks."
B. "My maintenance inhaler is for quick relief during an asthma attack."
C. "My rescue inhaler works fast to open my airways during an attack."
D. "Both inhalers work the same way to control my asthma."
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