Practice Questions

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
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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
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Jun 6, 2026

23. A patient on warfarin therapy for atrial fibrillation needs extensive patient education. Which instruction is most critical for the nurse to include to prevent adverse effects?

A. Increase intake of green leafy vegetables
B. Avoid all forms of physical activity
C. Report any signs of unusual bleeding or bruising
D. Take aspirin daily to prevent clots
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Jun 6, 2026

22. A nurse is providing discharge education for a patient prescribed a new medication. Which statement from the patient indicates a need for further teaching about medication safety?

A. "I will take my medication at the same time every day."
B. "I will crush all my pills to make them easier to swallow."
C. "I will report any new or unusual symptoms to my doctor."
D. "I will not share my medication with anyone."
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Jun 6, 2026

18. A nurse is teaching a patient about using an over-the-counter antacid for indigestion. Which instruction is important to prevent altered absorption of other medications?

A. Take antacid with food
B. Take antacid at the same time as other medications
C. Separate antacid administration by at least 2 hours from other medications
D. Take antacid only when symptoms are severe
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Jun 6, 2026
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