Practice Questions

178. A patient is prescribed a stimulant laxative (e.g., bisacodyl) for occasional constipation. The nurse should warn the patient about the risk of:

A. Diarrhea and abdominal cramps
B. Dependence and electrolyte imbalance with long-term use
C. Weight gain
D. Increased appetite
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177. A patient is experiencing severe heartburn and is prescribed an H2 receptor antagonist (e.g., ranitidine). The nurse explains that this medication works by:

A. Directly neutralizing stomach acid.
B. Blocking acid secretion stimulated by histamine.
C. Increasing gastric motility.
D. Coating the esophageal lining.
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175. A patient is receiving chemotherapy and has a low platelet count (thrombocytopenia). The nurse should include which intervention in the care plan?

A. Administer anticoagulant medication.
B. Encourage vigorous brushing of teeth.
C. Avoid IM injections and use soft toothbrushes.
D. Administer platelet-rich plasma.
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174. A nurse is teaching a patient about drug adverse effects. The nurse explains that idiosyncratic reactions are:

A. Predictable dose-related effects.
B. Allergic reactions.
C. Unpredictable, genetically determined reactions.
D. Expected side effects.
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170. A nurse is preparing to administer an oral antibiotic. The patient has dysphagia (difficulty swallowing). The nurse should:

A. Crush the tablet and mix it in orange juice.
B. Crush the tablet and mix it in applesauce, if not contraindicated by the drug's properties.
C. Administer the tablet whole and encourage the patient to swallow with water.
D. Request a different route of administration without consulting the pharmacist or physician.
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