Practice Questions

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
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026
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Jun 6, 2026

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."
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Jun 6, 2026
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