Question 1

While reviewing a client's medication list, the nurse notes the client takes Remeron (mirtazapine) 15 mg daily. The nurse recognizes this medication has multiple indications and is used both on and off label for various reasons including which of the following? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

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Question 2

The nurse is caring for a client taking Skelaxin (metaxalone). The nurse knows teaching has been effective by which of the following statements? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

Metaxalone is a muscle relaxant that helps reduce muscle spasms and pain (B). It can cause dizziness, blurred vision, and sleepiness, so patients are advised not to drive (C). Moving slowly can help prevent dizziness or fainting (D). If a dose is missed, it can be taken within an hour or skipped to maintain the schedule (F).

Question 3

While caring for a client receiving methyldopa for hypertension, the nurse recognizes elevations in which of the following labs may be caused by the medication? Select all that apply.

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Question 4

A new order for Foscavir (foscarnet) 60 mg/kg IV every 8 hr has been noted. The patient weighs 50 kg. With a dilution required concentration of 12 mg/mL, what size IV bag will the nurse need to infuse this medication ___________________?

Accepted Answer

The answer of A new order for Foscavir (foscarnet) 60...

Question 5

The nurse is preparing to start therapy with IV Dobutrex (dobutamine). The pre-mixed solution has 250 mg in 250 mL. The orders read 5 mcg/kg/min and the client weighs 165 pounds. At what rate, expressed in mL/hr, should the infusion be started? (Round to the nearest tenths place.) ___________ mL/hr

Accepted Answer

The answer of The nurse is preparing to start therapy...

Question 6

While providing care for a 45-year-old woman client who has been started on Tapazole (methimazole) 15 mg every 4 hr, the nurse would include which of the following in the plan of care? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

The nurse receives orders to begin Robaxin (methocarbamol) 4.5 grams per day in 3 equally divided doses. The medication is available in 500 mg tablets. How many pills will the nurse provide with each dose? __________ pills

Accepted Answer

The answer of The nurse receives orders to begin Robaxin...

Question 8

Which of the following would cause the nurse to suspect that a client taking Glucophage (metformin) may be developing lactic acidosis? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

Chills, muscle aches, low blood pressure, dizziness, and diarrhea are symptoms that may indicate lactic acidosis in a client taking metformin.

Davis's Drug Guide for Nurses Test 3