Practice Questions

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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